Optician: meaning, definitions and examples

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optician

 

[ ษ’pหˆtษชสƒษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

profession

An optician is a healthcare professional who specializes in the correction of vision through the fitting, dispensing, and production of eyewear. They work with prescriptions provided by optometrists or ophthalmologists to ensure that lenses are properly tailored for the individual's needs. Opticians also provide advice on selecting frames and lens options, ensuring comfort and effectiveness. They play a crucial role in helping individuals achieve optimal visual acuity.

Synonyms

eyewear specialist, lens technician, vision care provider

Examples of usage

  • I visited the optician to get my glasses adjusted.
  • The optician recommended a new lens for my prescription.
  • She works as an optician and enjoys helping people see better.

Translations

Translations of the word "optician" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น oftalmologista

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคถเฅเคฎเคพ เคฌเคจเคพเคจเฅ‡ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Optiker

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ optik

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฟั‚ะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ optyk

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็œผ้กๅบ—

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท opticien

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ optometrista

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรถzlรผkรงรผ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•ˆ๊ฒฝ์‚ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุฎุตุงุฆูŠ ุงู„ุจุตุฑูŠุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ optik

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ optik

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ชŒๅ…‰ๅธˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ optik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ augnafrรฆรฐingur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพะฟั‚ะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒžแƒขแƒ˜แƒ™แƒแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ optik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ optometrista

Etymology

The word 'optician' originates from the Greek word 'optikos', meaning 'of sight' or 'relating to vision'. The term evolved in the late 19th century to specifically denote professionals engaged in the fabrication and fitting of lenses and eyewear. Throughout history, the role of opticians expanded significantly, particularly with advancements in lens technology and the increasing awareness of vision health. As improved understanding and treatment of vision issues developed, opticians became more recognized as essential healthcare providers, working alongside optometrists and ophthalmologists to offer comprehensive eye care solutions.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,263, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.