ocular

1 of 2

adjective

oc·​u·​lar ˈä-kyə-lər How to pronounce ocular (audio)
1
a
: done or perceived by the eye
ocular inspection
b
: based on what has been seen
ocular testimony
2
a
: of or relating to the eye
ocular muscles
b
: resembling an eye in form or function

ocular

2 of 2

noun

Examples of ocular in a Sentence

Adjective recommends regular eye examinations for the early detection of such ocular diseases as glaucoma
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Adjective
The company continues to focus on developing its melanocortin receptor programs and is engaged in discussions with potential partners for its products for ocular conditions. Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024 Dry eye is a condition that occurs when the eyes do not produce enough quality tears, leading to burning, stinging and general ocular discomfort, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 2 Nov. 2024
Noun
Proton therapy has been shown to be beneficial for certain uncommon ocular and brain cancers, and especially for treating children like Jonathan, whose developing tissues can be highly sensitive to stray radiation. Keith Epstein, Discover Magazine, 27 Aug. 2014 Michelle worked as a mechanic on homes and military vehicles, and has been diagnosed with ocular and breast cancer. Rose Minutaglio, ELLE, 14 Oct. 2022 See all Example Sentences for ocular 

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Late Latin ocularis of eyes, from Latin oculus eye

First Known Use

Adjective

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 2a

Noun

1835, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of ocular was in 1598

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Cite this Entry

“Ocular.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ocular. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

ocular

1 of 2 adjective
oc·​u·​lar ˈäk-yə-lər How to pronounce ocular (audio)
: of or relating to the eye or the eyesight

ocular

2 of 2 noun

Medical Definition

ocular

1 of 2 adjective
oc·​u·​lar ˈäk-yə-lər How to pronounce ocular (audio)
: of or relating to the eye
the ocular adnexa include the eyelids and the lacrimal glands

ocular

2 of 2 noun

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