eyeground

/ˈaɪˌɡraʊnd/

Definitions

1. noun

the area behind the eyeball where the retina and optic nerve are located

“The doctor examined the patient’s eyeground to check for any signs of disease.”

2. noun

a ground glass plate used for the examination of the retina, consisting of a concave lens mounted in a circular frame

“The ophthalmologist used the eyeground to examine the patient’s retina.”

Synonyms

  • fundus
  • oculoground

Antonyms

  • front