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Definition of eyedropper

eyedropper

/ˈaɪˌdrɑː.pɚ/
eye · drop · per
Plural:eyedroppers
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eyedropper Lexical Profile

eyedropper Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A small glass or plastic tube fitted with a hollow rubber bulb at one end, used for drawing in and dispensing liquids (such as medicine) one drop at a time.

Example

"The pharmacist instructed her to use a clean eyedropper to administer the medication into her ear."

2

A digital tool in graphic design and image-editing software used to sample and select a specific color from any pixel on the screen.

Example

"She clicked the eyedropper icon to match the background shade of the banner to the company logo."

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• Nearby Words

eyecatcher
eyed
eyedrop
eyedropper
eyeful
eyeglass
eyeglasses

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Eyedropper. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/eyedropper
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