| eyeglass | 1. A lens of glass to assist the sight. Eyeglasses are used singly or in pairs. 2. Eyepiece of a telescope, microscope, etc. 3. The retina. 4. A glass eyecup. See Eyecup. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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| eyeglasses | A pair of ophthalmic lenses in a frame or mounting which is supported by the nose and ears. The purpose is to aid or improve vision. It does not include goggles or nonprescription sun glasses for which eye protective devices is available. (12 Dec 1998) |