What is another word for corneal?

Pronunciation: [kˈɔːni͡əl] (IPA)

Corneal is an adjective that describes something to do with the cornea, which is the transparent front part of the eye. There are different synonyms that can replace the word corneal in different contexts. Some of these include ocular, visual, ophthalmic, optic, and eye-related. Ocular may be used when describing a condition or procedure related to the eye such as ocular surgery. Visual can be employed in the context of visual defects like visual impairment or visual acuity. Ophthalmic can be applied when discussing medical procedures like an ophthalmic examination or pharmacological treatment for eye disorders. Optic can be used when referring to the optic nerve and eye function. Eye-related is a broad term that can describe anything related to the eye, from eye drops to eyeglasses.

Synonyms for Corneal:

What are the hypernyms for Corneal?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Corneal

When it arises from constitutional causes recurrence is frequent, leaving the corneal membrane more cloudy after each attack, until the sight is permanently lost.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
This is an inflammation of the cornea proper, although the sclerotic at the corneal border becomes involved to some extent.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
The leaves are succulent and acid, and the juice expressed from them is used as an eyewash to remove corneal opacities; it is also used in superficial erysipelas and other skin affections.
"The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines"
T. H. Pardo de Tavera

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