typhlosis

/tɪfləˈsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of blindness, especially resulting from the degeneration of the optic nerve.

“The patient’s typhlosis was caused by prolonged exposure to radiation during the accident.”

2. noun

A condition of the eye in which the optic nerve degenerates, causing blindness or loss of vision.

“The doctor examined the patient’s eyes and diagnosed a case of typhlosis.”

Synonyms

  • amaurosis
  • blindness

Antonyms

  • sight
  • vision