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Definition of optometry

optometry

/ɑːpˈtɑː.mə.tri/
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Adverb:optometrically
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Adjective:optometric
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optometry Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The healthcare profession and clinical practice of examining the eyes for visual defects, diagnosing ocular conditions, and prescribing corrective lenses or vision therapy.

Example

"After completing her undergraduate degree in biology, she enrolled in a four-year doctoral program in optometry."

Word Nuance & Usage

Optometry refers to the primary eye care profession focused on examining eyes and prescribing corrective lenses, whereas ophthalmology is a branch of medicine and surgery performed by physicians who treat complex eye diseases.

• Rhymes for optometry

• Nearby Words

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optionally
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opulence
opulent
opulently

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century from Ancient Greek optos ('visible, seen') combined with -metria ('measurement'), originally referring to the measurement of visual acuity with an optometer.

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