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eyecup

noun

(embryology) a two-walled cuplike depression that develops into the pigmented and sensory layers of the retina

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6
Starts with
E
Ends with
P
Contains
YE
Scrabble score
13

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noun

  1. (embryology) a two-walled cuplike depression that develops into the pigmented and sensory layers of the retina

noun

  1. A small vessel with a rim curved to fit the orbit of the eye; use to apply medicated or cleansing solution to the eyeball

    “An eyecup is called ‘an eyebath’ in Britain”

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An eyecup is called ‘an eyebath’ in Britain

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