Astigmatism Definition & Meaning

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

"Astigmatism" in song lyrics

See how astigmatism is used in real songs:

  • "contact lenses for irregular astigmatism"
    AOL — AOL
  • "lasik for irregular astigmatism"
    AOL — AOL
  • "lenses for irregular astigmatism"
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