dry eye

noun

: a condition associated with inadequate tear production and marked by redness, itching, and burning of the eye

called also dry eye syndrome

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In other words, the future of dry eye care lies in personalization, prevention, and a willingness to embrace technology from unexpected places. Julie Loffredi, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025 Certain medications, like those taken to lower blood pressure, can also exacerbate dry eyes. Angela Haupt, Time, 21 July 2025 Use over-the-counter artificial tears and other drops to help soothe dry eyes (a common symptom following LASIK). Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 11 June 2025 While there is some evidence that blue light can lead to dry eyes, eye sensitivity, and even certain eye conditions and diseases, further research is necessary. Sherri Gordon, Health, 7 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for dry eye

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First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dry eye was in 1950

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“Dry eye.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dry%20eye. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

Medical Definition

dry eye

noun
: a condition associated with inadequate tear production and marked by redness of the conjunctiva, by itching and burning of the eye, and usually by filaments of desquamated epithelial cells adhering to the cornea

called also keratoconjunctivitis sicca

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