hyaloid

/haɪˈloʊɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling glass or crystal

“The hyaloid capsule of the eye is made up of a thin layer of cells.”

2. noun

a vascular network of connective tissue surrounding the lens of the eye in vertebrates, especially in embryos

“The hyaloid artery supplies the lens with blood, and later it degenerates.”

3. noun

a transparent, gelatinous substance found in the eye of some animals, especially in the vitreous humor

“The hyaloid body is a transparent gel-like substance in the eye of some animals.”

Synonyms

  • crystalline
  • glassy

Antonyms

  • cloudy
  • opaque