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Astigmia

noun
1.
(ophthalmology) impaired eyesight resulting usually from irregular conformation of the cornea; common in nearsighted people.  Synonym: astigmatism.
2.
(optics) defect in an optical system in which light rays from a single point fail to converge in a single focal point.  Synonym: astigmatism.





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Words linked to "Astigmia" :   condition, keratoconus, stigmatism, keratectasia, ametropia, ophthalmology, optics, astigmatic, status, astigmatism


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