interpupillary

[in-ter-pyoo-puh-ler-ee]

adjective Anatomy.

between the pupils of the eyes: interpupillary distance.

Origin of interpupillary

First recorded in 1905–10; inter- + pupillary²

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(g) The frame shall be constructed with jointed bars for interpupillary adjustment.
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(e) This glass shall be constructed with jointed bars for interpupillary adjustment.
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interpupillary in Medicine

interpupillary

[ĭn′tər-pyōō′pə-lĕr′ē]

adj.

Occurring between the pupils of the eyes, referring especially to the distance between the pupils.

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