arcus
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- noun
- /ˈɑrkəs/
- Specialized
- The doctor noted the presence of an arcus in her left eye.
Examples
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He was diagnosed with arcus after a routine eye exam.
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As he aged, the doctor noticed an arcus forming around the edge of his cornea.
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An arcus can be a sign of elevated cholesterol, especially in younger individuals.
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The ophthalmologist noticed an arcus around the patient's cornea during the eye exam.
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While arcus is common in older adults, it may warrant investigation if seen in someone under 40.
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The optometrist explained that a whitish arcus could indicate specific medical conditions.
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After the examination, she was informed that the arcus was common among older patients.
Synonyms
A gray or white ring at the edge of the clear front of the eye, common in older people
Compounds
- Specialized
A gray or white ring at the edge of the clear front of the eye, common in older people
- Specialized
A curved bony arch on the side of the face where the cheekbone joins the bone near the ear
- Specialized
A flat rear part of a spine bone where a thin bony point at the back begins
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word arcus comes from Latin arcus, meaning 'bow' or 'arc' and is the same root as the English word arc. An eye arcus is a pale, arc-shaped deposit at the edge of the cornea, so the name helps you picture a little 'bow' around the eye.