optic

noun

(optics) A lens or other part of an optical instrument that interacts with light.

(trademark in UK) A measuring device with a small window, attached to an upside-down bottle, used to dispense alcoholic drinks in a bar.

(archaic, humorous) An eye.

adjective

(relational) Of, or relating to the eye or to vision.

(optics, relational) Of, or relating to optics or optical instruments.

Roots

optikosopt- · Greek · of sight

Synonyms for optic

opticaladj ocularadj ophthalmicadj eyen oculusn lensn visualadj retinan visional ophthalmologicadj

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