Word parts
my to shut (from squinting)-opia vision
What it means
In myopia the eye is slightly too long, or the cornea curves too much, so light from distant objects focuses in front of the retinaRET-ih-nuhThe thin layer of light-sensing tissue at the back of the inside of the eye.Full entry instead of on it. It usually starts in childhood and is corrected with glasses or contact lenses with concave (minus) lenses, or with laser surgery.
For the nurse
A child who squints, sits close to the board or TV, or holds books very close may need a vision check.
At a glance
| Everyday words | nearsightedness, shortsightedness |
|---|---|
| Spanish | miopía |