Ophthalmometer
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ophthalmometer is a noun meaning (physiology) An instrument for measuring the size of a reflected image on the convex surface of the cornea and lens of the eye, by which their curvature can be ascertained, un order to assess astigmatism.
Meaning
(physiology) An instrument for measuring the size of a reflected image on the convex surface of the cornea and lens of the eye, by which their curvature can be ascertained, un order to assess astigmatism.
Word Forms
- ophthalmometers
Synonyms for ophthalmometer
Depending on context, synonyms include keratometer.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include optometer, ophthalmometry, oculometry, oculometer, dioptometer, exophthalmometer.
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