eyewear

[ahy-wair]

noun

1. any of various devices, as spectacles, contact lenses, or goggles, for aiding the vision or protecting the eyes.

Word History and Origins

Origin of eyewear¹

First recorded in 1925–30; eye + wear

Example Sentences

This should be driven primarily by its successful innovation in the smart eyewear category, where the Franco-Italian company has a unique supply chain and extensive brand portfolio, the analysts say.

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There are only a few styles to choose from but Nuance’s maker, eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica, says more are in the works.

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The glasses, made in collaboration with Italian eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica EL -0.31%decrease; red down pointing triangle , come in different styles and are equipped with a camera, microphones and AI features.

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Among these is Lenskart Solutions, one of the biggest eyewear retailers in India.

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Carrying laundry baskets or storage bins, they would rush in to grab designer eyewear, handbags and other merchandise before fleeing in coordinated convoys of vehicles.

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