OPTOMETRIST

optometrist, oculist

(noun) a person skilled in testing for defects of vision in order to prescribe corrective glasses

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

optometrist (plural optometrists)

A person trained and skilled in examining and testing the eyes for defects, in order to prescribe corrective lenses or treatment.

Source: Wiktionary


Op*tom"e*trist, n.

Definition: One who is skilled in or practices optometry.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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1 February 2025

GRIP

(noun) an intellectual hold or understanding; “a good grip on French history”; “they kept a firm grip on the two top priorities”; “he was in the grip of a powerful emotion”; “a terrible power had her in its grasp”


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