keratotomy

/kərəˈtɒtəmi/

Definitions

1. noun

a surgical operation in which the cornea is cut to correct vision problems

“The doctor recommended keratotomy to improve the patient’s eyesight.”

2. noun

a cut made in the outer layer of the skin, especially the fingernail

“She got a painful keratotomy while trimming her nails.”

Synonyms

  • corneal surgery
  • operation
  • surgery