eye drops

Or eyedrops

plural noun

Medicine/Medical.

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of eye drops¹

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

I was more of a binge drinker, where, if I got two days off, I'd literally drink for two days and then dust myself down - eye drops, chewing gum, mouthwash - to go into work and then have to run around a pitch and train.

From BBC

Social media filters have made it easier than ever to envision oneself with different eyes, which could be contributing to the rise in procedures like this as well as the increased use of colored contacts and eye drops.

From Salon

Ellie was prescribed steroid eye drops and immunosuppressants, some of which needed to be given by intravenous infusion.

From BBC

He fell twice, had to apply eye drops after being bothered by swelling under his right eye and resorted to using sawdust to help him grip his racquet in the humidity.

From BBC

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

From Los Angeles Times