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eye drops

American

Or eyedrops

plural noun

Medicine/Medical.

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

Etymology

Origin of eye drops

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

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Prescription eye drops Alphagan and Combigan, chronic inflammation treatment Humira, and thyroid hormone replacement medication Synthroid are among the drugs AbbVie will offer on the portal.

From Barron's • Jan. 13, 2026

Given the large potential market for Sydnexis’ eye drops, might cost considerations have influenced the FDA’s decision?

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 28, 2025

These molecules could eventually be developed into treatments, possibly in the form of eye drops or supplements, that slow or prevent vision loss from glaucoma.

From Science Daily • Nov. 4, 2025

He carried his few belongings — eye drops, his Mexican passport, a pack of cigarettes — in a red straw bag.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2025

And I guess I know why those eye drops are called True Sight.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston

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