Cornea

/ˈkɔːrniə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The transparent front part of the eye that covers the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber and provides most of the eye's optical power.

The surgeon carefully performed a cornea transplant to restore the patient's vision.

The part of the eye responsible for focusing light onto the retina.

A healthy cornea is essential for clear vision.

The outer layer of an anatomical structure, such as the cornea of a plant or the cornea of certain animals.

In some species of animals, the cornea is much thicker than in humans.

From Latin 'cornea', meaning 'horny, horn-like', from 'cornu' meaning 'horn'.

corneal transplant

A surgical procedure to replace a damaged cornea.

corneal abrasion

A scratch on the surface of the cornea.

corneal curvature

The shape of the cornea that affects vision.

lens

The transparent structure inside the eye that helps to focus light.

iris

The colored part of the eye surrounding the pupil.

pupil

The opening in the center of the iris through which light enters the eye.

Eye window

She said I have beautiful 'eye windows' thanks to my clear corneas.

Shiny surface

His corneas are so shiny, they catch the light perfectly.