funduscopy

noun

fun·​dus·​co·​py
ˌfənˈdəskəpē
variants or less commonly fundoscopy
-däs-
plural -es
: ophthalmoscopic examination of the fundus of the eye

Word History

Etymology

funduscopy from fundus + -scopy; fundoscopy from fundo- (from fundus) + -scopy

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“Funduscopy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/funduscopy. Accessed 17 Dec. 2025.

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