dry eye

noun

: a condition associated with inadequate tear production and marked by redness, itching, and burning of the eye

called also dry eye syndrome

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Studies should show that omega-3s help relieve dry eye symptoms, including dryness, a gritty feeling, sensitivity to light, and blurry vision.9 5. Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024 Another tip for dry eyes: Use artificial tear drops about four times a day. Ashley May, Axios, 5 Sep. 2024 Itchy, red, irritated eyes could be a symptom of many things, but chronic dry eye is a common culprit. Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 2 Nov. 2024 Glycerin can also help prevent dry eyes and improve digestion, mainly due to its ability to help tissues retain water. Carley Millhone, Health, 8 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dry eye 

Word History

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dry eye was in 1950

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“Dry eye.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dry%20eye. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

Medical Definition

dry eye

noun
: a condition associated with inadequate tear production and marked by redness of the conjunctiva, by itching and burning of the eye, and usually by filaments of desquamated epithelial cells adhering to the cornea

called also keratoconjunctivitis sicca

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