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Phoropter

Description:

A phoropter is an ophthalmic instrument used by optometrists and ophthalmologists to measure a patient's refractive error, helping to determine the perfect prescription for corrective lenses. The device consists of multiple lenses and prisms that can be adjusted to test and improve the patient's vision.

Senses:

Sense 1: Optical Instrument

In the field of optometry, a phoropter refers to an optical instrument used for determining the refractive error of a patient's eyes. It allows eye care professionals to perform various tests to assess visual acuity and prescribe accurate corrective lenses.

Example sentence: During my eye exam, the optometrist placed the phoropter in front of my eyes and asked me to read the letters while adjusting the lenses.

Sense 2: Popular Culture

In popular culture, a phoropter is often depicted as a recognizable icon associated with eye examinations and vision correction. It has become a symbol representing the process of refining and optimizing one's eyesight.

Example sentence: In the movie, the character visits the optometrist wearing a phoropter, as a comical device to further emphasize his poor eyesight.

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