iridic
9.9
Relating to the colored part of the eye around the pupil
- adjective
- /ɪˈrɪdɪk/
- Specialized
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irídico
- An iridic response can be observed when the pupil changes size in response to light.
Examples
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Some patients experience iridic discoloration due to certain medications.
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He noticed iridic changes in his eye color.
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The doctor noted an iridic inflammation during the eye examination.
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The doctor diagnosed her with an iridic condition.
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The doctor noted an iridic inflammation during the eye examination.
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Some patients experience iridic discoloration due to certain medications.
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He noticed iridic changes in his eye color.
Synonyms
9.9
Near or affecting the colored part of the eye
refers to things that affect or involve the iris directly
Surface Forms
iridic positive
Morphology
Etymology
Iridic also comes from the Greek iris meaning 'rainbow', and that same word names the coloured part of the eye, so iridic means 'relating to the iris'.
