Definitions

1. noun

A downward deviation of the visual axis in the vertical plane when a person looks at a point on the horizon.

“The optometrist diagnosed the patient with hypophoria, which was causing her to tilt her head downward while reading.”

2. noun

A mild form of strabismus in which the affected eye is not turned outward as much as normal eyes.

“The ophthalmologist explained to the child’s parents that her hypophoria could be treated with glasses or surgery if necessary.”