eyeglass

American  

[ahy-glas, ahy-glahs] / ˈaɪˌglæs, ˈaɪˌglɑs /

noun

1. eyeglasses, glass.

2. a single lens used to aid vision, especially one worn or carried on the person; monocle.

3. an eyepiece.

4. an eyecup.

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eyeglass British  

/ ˈaɪˌɡlɑːs /

noun

1. a lens for aiding or correcting defective vision, esp a monocle

2. another word for eyepiece

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Etymology

Origin of eyeglass

First recorded in 1605–15; eye + glass

Example Sentences

“Is there a SilverSneakers class convenient to where you live? Is there an eyeglass provider that is nearby that you want to go to?”

From MarketWatch

The new Google glasses are being developed with eyeglass retailers Warby Parker and Gentle Monster and will feature a camera, microphone, and speakers.

From BBC

As an eyeglass wearer, it seemed plausible that this is an issue.

From Los Angeles Times

In a demonstration of the new sensing film, the researchers attached it to the inner side of an eyeglass lens.

From Science Daily

Also on the list: microfilm preparer, telephone quotation clerk, sack repairer, tube operator, eyeglass frame polisher, touch-up screener for printed circuit boards and stem mounter for lighting fixtures.

From Washington Post