OPTOMETRY


Meaning of OPTOMETRY in English

-rē, -ri noun

( -es )

Etymology: International Scientific Vocabulary opto- + -metry

1. : measurement of visual powers (as by use of an optometer)

2. : an art or occupation consisting of the examination of the eye for defects and faults of refraction and the prescription of correctional lenses and exercises but not including the use of drugs or surgery — compare ophthalmology

Webster's New International English Dictionary.      Новый международный словарь английского языка Webster.