Definition of ocularnext
as in optical
of, relating to, or used in vision recommends regular eye examinations for the early detection of such ocular diseases as glaucoma

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Recent Examples of ocular The two also conducted an ocular examination on one of Cardman's eyes, to assess how her retina, cornea, and lens have been affected by microgravity. Josh Dinner, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2026 Instead of just printing the face of the dinosaur, the face line of the ocular nose tendon symbolizing the rabidity of ‘Dinozaurus’ is inserted inside the mesh to reproduce the three-dimensional shape. Riley Jones, Footwear News, 6 Jan. 2026 The recovered corneas were prepared as ocular grafts – three patients, one each in California, Idaho and New Mexico – received those. Paula Wethington, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2025 Jerrell is dealing with severe and potentially irreversible ocular damage. Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 7 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for ocular
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Adjective
  • But most photonic systems keep light confined within tiny optical waveguides on the chip.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 12 Mar. 2026
  • The optical range will weave in signature brand motifs such as the eagle and use refined hardware across acetate and metal styles.
    Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • Drones are using sonar, laser, optic and echo sound technology to look for debris on the ocean floor at depths of up to 6,000 metres.
    The Week UK, TheWeek, 22 Feb. 2026
  • Eyeglasses Protect your eyeglasses and clear vision by using special optic cleaning cloths to remove smudges since microfiber cloths can cause delicate scratches on special anti-reflective and mirror coatings.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • The data in question includes information on joint movements, speed, rotation, visual input, touch, pressure, and force.
    Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Just like the verdant fields in Borrego Springs, San Diego County’s visual arts landscape will be in full bloom this season, with a bounty of vibrant exhibitions and events to keep art lovers busy all spring.
    Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026

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“Ocular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ocular. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.

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