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Definition of Spectacles
1. Noun. Optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision.
Specialized synonyms: Bifocals, Goggles, Lorgnette, Pince-nez, Dark Glasses, Shades, Sunglasses
Terms within: Bridge, Nosepiece
Group relationships: Frame
Generic synonyms: Optical Instrument
Language type: Plural, Plural Form
Definition of Spectacles
1. Noun. (plural of spectacle) ¹
2. Noun. (formal pluralonly) A pair of lenses set in a frame worn on the nose and ears in order to correct deficiencies in eyesight or to ornament the face. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Spectacles
1. spectacle [n] - See also: spectacle
Medical Definition of Spectacles
1. Lenses set in a frame that holds them in front of the eyes, used to correct errors of refraction or to protect the eyes. The parts of the spectacles are the lenses; the bridge between the lenses, resting on the nose; the rims or frames, encircling the lenses; the sides or temples that pass on either side of the head to the ears; the bows, the curved extremities of the temples; the shoulders, short bars attached to the rims or the lenses and jointed with the sides. Synonym: eyeglasses, glasses. Origin: L. Specto, pp. -atus, to watch, observe (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Spectacles
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