eyestrain

noun

eye·​strain ˈī-ˌstrān How to pronounce eyestrain (audio)
: weariness or a strained state of the eye

Examples of eyestrain in a Sentence

After looking at the computer screen all day she had eyestrain and a stiff neck.
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Over time, that constant effort can lead to noticeable eyestrain, headaches or fatigue –particularly after reading, computer work or other close-up tasks. Daryl Austin, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026 Dyson Lighting Deals The Dyson SolarCycle Morph Desk Light CD06 is designed to provide optimal lighting throughout your day, which can help reduce eyestrain and minimize circadian rhythm disruption. PC Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025 Instead, people deprived of sleep may experience issues such as blurry vision, eyestrain and trouble focusing. Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 20 Aug. 2025 The items under the Wellness umbrella tend to your posture and aim to prevent eyestrain, while Power works with Windows Settings' battery-saving, balanced, and performance cooling options. PCMAG, 17 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for eyestrain

Word History

First Known Use

1874, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of eyestrain was in 1874

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“Eyestrain.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eyestrain. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

eyestrain

noun
eye·​strain -ˌstrān How to pronounce eyestrain (audio)
: weariness or a strained state of the eye

Medical Definition

eyestrain

noun
eye·​strain ˈī-ˌstrān How to pronounce eyestrain (audio)
: weariness or a strained state of the eye

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