noun
oculist
OK-yuh-list/ˈɑːkjəlɪst/
A doctor who specializes in eye care.
The oculist examines my eyes and checks for signs of disease.
Etymology
The “eye” root combines with a specialist ending to name a practitioner devoted to the eyes, especially treating their diseases.
In context
If that man is blind, or in danger of blindness, we must have the best oculist in the world for him.
More examples
- My doctor referred me to an oculist for persistent eye pain.
- The oculist prescribed drops to treat the infection.
- Two oculists reviewed the results of her eye examination.
Forms
oculist · oculists
Similar words
- ophthalmologist
- The standard modern term for a medical eye specialist.
- optometrist
- Typically focuses on vision testing, prescriptions, and routine eye care.