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Definition of ocular

ocular

/ˈɑː.kjə.lɚ/
oc · u · lar
Adverb:ocularly
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Plural:oculars
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• adjective

1

Of, relating to, or connected with the eyes or vision.

Example

"The patient underwent a thorough ocular examination to check for signs of glaucoma."

2

Perceived or verified by actual sight; based on direct visual observation.

Example

"The detective demanded ocular proof before accepting the witness's extraordinary claim."

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• noun

1

The eyepiece of an optical instrument, such as a microscope or telescope, containing the lens closest to the viewer's eye.

Example

"She adjusted the ocular of the microscope until the cellular structure came into sharp focus."

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• Rhymes for ocular

• Nearby Words

octoroon
octothorpe
octuplet
ocular
odd
oddball
oddish

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Middle French oculaire or Late Latin ocularis, derived from Latin oculus meaning 'eye'.

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