chalazian

/tʃælˈeɪziən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a chalazion, a small, usually painless, lump or cyst on the eyelid.

“The ophthalmologist examined the patient’s chalazian eye carefully before making a diagnosis.”

Synonyms

  • chalazionous
  • styptic

Antonyms

  • benign
  • non-cancerous