exotropia

/ˌɛksɒtrəˈpiːə/

Definitions

1. noun

A condition of the eye in which the visual axis is directed laterally, resulting in outward deviation of the eye from the midline of the body.

“The ophthalmologist diagnosed the child with exotropia due to a misalignment of the eye muscles.”

Synonyms

  • cross-eyed
  • strabismus

Antonyms

  • esotropia