night vision

noun

: ability to see in the dark
an animal with excellent night vision

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Phantom Ranch uses only red lights for its exterior illumination, helping visitors retain their night vision to take in the stars—and there are a lot of them. Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026 The company notes that many of its competitors in the rugged smartphone space use night vision setups that unveil night-time secrets for about 20 meters at most (around 66 ft). New Atlas, 9 Jan. 2026 Carrots Studies show that foods rich in beta-carotene, like carrots, are good sources of vitamin A, which can help enhance night vision and the ability to see better in lower or dim lighting.13 7. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 9 Dec. 2025 Even mild deficiency can impair night vision or cause dry eyes. Daryl Austin, USA Today, 7 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for night vision

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“Night vision.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/night%20vision. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.

Medical Definition

night vision

noun
: ability to see in dim light (as provided by moon and stars)
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