leucoma

/ljuːˈkoʊmə/

Definitions

1. noun

a white patch in the iris of the eye, usually resulting from a scar

“The ophthalmologist diagnosed a leucoma in the patient’s left eye.”

2. noun

a patch of scar tissue in the iris of the eye

“The leucoma in her eye made it difficult for her to see clearly.”

Synonyms

  • leucome

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • unscarred