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Definition of amblyopia
: dimness of sight especially in one eye without apparent change in the eye structures —called also lazy eye
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The problem is widespread, said Varma, even among children suffering from observable conditions, such as lazy eye (amblyopia) or crossed eyes (strabismus).
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Origin and Etymology of amblyopia
New Latin, from Greek amblyōpia, from amblys blunt, dull + -ōpia -opia — more at mollify
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