field of vision

American  

noun

1. the entire view encompassed by the eye when it is trained in any particular direction.

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Etymology

Origin of field of vision

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

So you have no field of vision, but you have incredible magnification.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

As AMD advances, the central field of vision becomes blurred because the retina's light-sensing cells are permanently damaged.

From Science Daily • Mar. 2, 2026

At less than 10 ounces, it’s water-resistant and offers a wide field of vision for getting a close look at anything you come across.

From Salon • Nov. 20, 2025

She hovered in my field of vision for 20 silent, heart-shaking seconds.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2025

I stare at the door, even though the creature is no longer in my field of vision.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer