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Meaning of ASTIGMIA

Pronunciation:  u'stigmeeu

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 Definition: 
  1. [n]  (optics) defect in an optical system in which light rays from a single point fail to converge in a single focal point
  2. [n]  (ophthalmology) impaired eyesight resulting usually from irregular conformation of the cornea
 
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 Synonyms: astigmatism
 
 Antonyms: stigmatism
 
 See Also: ametropia, condition, keratectasia, keratoconus, status

 

 

 

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