hyperopia
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/ˌhaɪpəˈroʊpiə/
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/ˌhaɪpəˈrəʊpiə/
farsightedness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hyperopia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'hyperōps,' where 'hyper-' meant 'over' and 'ōps' meant 'eye.'
Historical Evolution
'hyperōps' transformed into the modern English word 'hyperopia' through Latin.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'overseeing,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'farsightedness.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a condition of the eye where distant objects are seen more clearly than near ones; farsightedness.
People with hyperopia often need reading glasses.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45