Meaning & Definition of word "Cornea"

Cornea

/ˈkɔːrniə/

1. The transparent front part of the eye that covers the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber and provides most of the eye's optical power.
- Example: The surgeon carefully performed a cornea transplant to restore the patient's vision.
2. The part of the eye responsible for focusing light onto the retina.
- Example: A healthy cornea is essential for clear vision.
3. The outer layer of an anatomical structure, such as the cornea of a plant or the cornea of certain animals.
- Example: 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.

Meaning: Eye window

● Example Sentence: She said I have beautiful 'eye windows' thanks to my clear corneas.

Meaning: Shiny surface

● Example Sentence: His corneas are so shiny, they catch the light perfectly.