Cornea

['kɔːnɪə] or ['kɔrnɪə]

Definition

(noun.) the transparent dome-shaped anterior portion of the outer covering of the eye; it covers the iris and pupil and is continuous with the sclera.

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Definition

(n.) The transparent part of the coat of the eyeball which covers the iris and pupil and admits light to the interior. See Eye.

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Definition

n. the transparent horny membrane which forms the front covering of the eye.—adj. Cor′neal.

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