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night blindness

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun night blindness has 1 sense
  1. nyctalopia, night blindness, moon blindness - inability to see clearly in dim light; due to a deficiency of vitamin A or to a retinal disorder
    --1 is a kind of visual impairment, visual defect, vision defect, visual disorder; avitaminosis, hypovitaminosis

Definitions from the Web

Night Blindness

Definition

Night blindness refers to a condition characterized by reduced vision or inability to see clearly in low light or darkness. It is typically caused by a deficiency of vitamin A or a hereditary disorder.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1: Medical Condition

In the medical context, night blindness is a visual impairment where a person experiences difficulty or complete inability to see clearly in dim lighting conditions or darkness.

Sample Sentence:

People with night blindness struggle to navigate safely in poorly lit areas.

Sense 2: Popular Term

Night blindness is also commonly used as a metaphorical expression to describe a lack of awareness or understanding of a particular subject or situation.

Sample Sentence:

Political leaders must not exhibit night blindness towards the needs and concerns of their citizens.

Sense 3: Local Term

In some local communities, "night blindness" may refer to certain traditional beliefs or practices associated with the supernatural or supernatural creatures that allegedly affect one's vision in the dark.

Sample Sentence:

According to local folklore, wearing a specific amulet can protect against night blindness caused by evil spirits.

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