buphthalmum

/ˈbyʊfθælˌməm/

Definitions

1. noun

A child born with an enlarged eyeball, especially one caused by congenital glaucoma.

“The pediatrician suspected the child might be suffering from buphthalmum due to increased intraocular pressure.”

Synonyms

  • nystagmus
  • ophthalmia

Antonyms

  • healthy vision
  • normal eyes