eyewear

noun

eye·​wear ˈī-ˌwer 

: corrective or protective devices (such as glasses or contact lenses) for the eyes

Examples of eyewear in a Sentence

a shop that specialized in fashionable eyewear

Recent Examples on the Web

According to the statement, with the backing of PAI, Marcolin has broadened its international reach and enhanced operational efficiency, reinforcing itself as a leading player in the wholesale eyewear market. —Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2025

Plus, more shoe adjacency offerings such as hosiery, eyewear, cold weather accessories, and handbags, primarily focused on the beaded trend. —Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025

Additionally, travelers can pack light without worrying about carrying multiple pairs of eyewear. —Malana Vantyler, AZCentral.com, 28 Aug. 2025

Gentle Monster’s latest Bold collection redefines eyewear with a futuristic edge, featuring a bold bridge detail inspired by the shape of a shield. —Essence, 25 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1918, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for eyewear

• aftercare
• anywhere
• billionaire
• chinaware
• debonair
• dinnerware
• disrepair
• doctrinaire
• earthenware
• everywhere
• frigidaire
• kitchenware

Medical Definition

eyewear

noun

eye·​wear ˈī-ˌwa(ə)r, -ˌwe(ə)r 

: corrective or protective devices (as glasses or contact lenses) for the eyes