Optometry: meaning, definitions and examples

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optometry

 

[ หŒษ’p.tษ™หˆmษ›t.ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

eye care

Optometry is the practice or profession of examining the eyes for visual defects and the prescribing of corrective lenses. It involves assessing vision, diagnosing eye conditions, and recommending treatment options. Optometrists are trained to identify a variety of eye problems, from refractive errors to diseases like glaucoma. They can also provide pre- and post-operative care for surgeries related to eye health.

Synonyms

eye care, optometric practice, vision care

Examples of usage

  • She visited the optometry clinic for an eye exam.
  • Optometry plays a crucial role in maintaining eye health.
  • After graduation, he decided to pursue a career in optometry.

Translations

Translations of the word "optometry" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น optometria

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‘เคชเฅเคŸเฅ‹เคฎเฅ‡เคŸเฅเคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Optometrie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ optometri

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฟั‚ะพะผะตั‚ั€ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ optymetria

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฆ–ๅŠ›็Ÿฏๆญฃๅญฆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท optomรฉtrie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ optometrรญa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท optometri

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒ€์•ˆํ•™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนู„ู… ุงู„ุจุตุฑูŠุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ optometrie

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ optometria

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ชŒๅ…‰ๅญฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ optometrija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sjรณnprรณf

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพะฟั‚ะพะผะตั‚ั€ะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒžแƒขแƒแƒ›แƒ”แƒขแƒ แƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ optometriya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ optometrรญa

Etymology

The term 'optometry' is derived from the Greek words 'opsis', meaning 'sight', and 'metron', meaning 'measure'. The word began to gain traction in the late 19th century as the field of vision care evolved, particularly with the advent of more scientific approaches to eye examination and vision correction. Historically, glasses and other visual aids were crafted by artisans with little formal training, but the establishment of optometric education and licensing transformed this practice into a recognized healthcare profession. The first optometry school was founded in 1872 in the United States, marking a significant milestone in the formalization of eye care practices. Over the years, the field has expanded to include advanced technologies for diagnosing and treating vision problems, leading to a greater emphasis on preventative care and eye health education.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,841, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.