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eye drops

or eyedrops

plural noun

, Medicine/Medical.
  1. drops for use in the eyes, as to relieve discomfort or to dilate the pupils before an eye examination.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of eye drops1

First recorded in 1935–40

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Example Sentences

A comprehensive skin-care routine, whitening eye drops, lip balm, concealer, and a bronzing gel.

She sounds grateful for his suggestion that she use milk and apple juice as eye drops for their old English bulldog, Josephine.

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