Meaning Of The Word Ametropia

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What's The Definition Of Ametropia?

ametropia in American English
any condition of imperfect refraction of the eye, as nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism
noun: faulty refraction of light rays by the eye, as in astigmatism or myopia

ametropia in British English
noun: loss of ability to focus images on the retina, caused by an imperfection in the refractive function of the eye

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