foveal

/ˈfoʊvəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting the fovea, the central part of the retina

“The foveal vision in the patient’s eye was severely impaired.”

2. noun

the fovea or the central part of the retina

“The ophthalmologist examined the foveal region of the patient’s eye.”

Synonyms

  • central
  • foveal

Antonyms

  • peripheral