double vision

noun

Synonyms of double visionnext

Examples of double vision in a Sentence

He wore special glasses to correct his double vision.
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Then Abbey started having some vision issues, for example, double vision after reading a lot. Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026 Artmaking as physical therapy to heal her double vision and restore fine motor skills. Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026 There’s a feeling of double vision around Stella. Christopher Tayler, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026 Symptoms can include abdominal pain or discomfort, blurred or double vision, dilated pupils, dizziness, drooping eyelid, dry or sore throat, facial muscle paralysis, nausea or vomiting, swollen belly, and trouble swallowing and speaking. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 20 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for double vision

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1860, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of double vision was circa 1860

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“Double vision.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/double%20vision. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

double vision

noun
: vision in which an object is seen as double (as from unequal action of the eye muscles)

Medical Definition

double vision

noun

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