: 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
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The activation comes as part of Stewart's new partnership with Sunglass Hut, the optical and eyewear retailer, which began in May 2026.
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Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
But in that short period, Akoni has established itself as one of the most serious names in fine eyewear, and this pair of sunglasses is the surest proof yet of that standing.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 17 June 2026
Protective eyewear is also important for yard work, home repairs and sports to prevent serious eye injuries from flying debris or fast-moving objects.
—Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 16 June 2026
Blue light glasses are widely available, so a search for them usually starts with a major eyewear retailer or specialty online brand.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026
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Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
But in that short period, Akoni has established itself as one of the most serious names in fine eyewear, and this pair of sunglasses is the surest proof yet of that standing.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 17 June 2026
Protective eyewear is also important for yard work, home repairs and sports to prevent serious eye injuries from flying debris or fast-moving objects.
—Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 16 June 2026
Blue light glasses are widely available, so a search for them usually starts with a major eyewear retailer or specialty online brand.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for eyewear
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“Eyewear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eyewear. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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eyewear
noun
eye·wear
ˈī-ˌwa(ə)r, -ˌwe(ə)r 
: corrective or protective devices (as glasses or contact lenses) for the eyes
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