Definition of Eyecup

1. Noun. A small vessel with a rim curved to fit the orbit of the eye; use to apply medicated or cleansing solution to the eyeball. "An eyecup is called an eyebath in Britain"

Exact synonyms: Eye Cup, Eyebath
Generic synonyms: Vessel

2. Noun. (embryology) a two-walled cuplike depression that develops into the pigmented and sensory layers of the retina.
Exact synonyms: Optic Cup
Generic synonyms: Caliculus, Calycle, Calyculus
Category relationships: Embryology

Definition of Eyecup

1. n. A small oval porcelain or glass cup, having a rim curved to fit the orbit of the eye. it is used in the application of liquid remedies to eyes; -- called also eyeglass.

Definition of Eyecup

1. a cup used for applying lotions to the eyes [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Eyecup

eyebeams
eyeblack
eyeblacks
eyeblink
eyeblinks
eyebolt
eyebolts
eyebright
eyebright
eyebrights
eyebrow
eyebrow
eyebrowed
eyebrows
eyebrow pencil
eyecup (current term)
eyecups
eyed
eyedness
eyednesses
eyedrop
eyedropper
eyedroppers
eyedrops
eyefold
eyefolds
eyeful
eyefuls
eyeglass
eyeglass

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