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near-point

American  
[neer-point] / ˈnɪərˌpɔɪnt /

noun

Ophthalmology.

  1. the point nearest the eye at which an object is clearly focused on the retina when accommodation of the eye is at a maximum.

near point British  

noun

  1. optics the nearest point to the eye at which an object remains in focus

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Etymology

Origin of near-point

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

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It is not healthy to have to always focus at the near-point while walking or moving.

From New York Times • Jan. 9, 2018

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