keratoconus

[ ker-uh-toh-koh-nuhs ]

noun

, Pathology.

, plural ker·a·to·co·ni [ker-, uh, -toh-, koh, -nahy, -nee].

1. a degenerative condition characterized by conical protrusion of the cornea and irregular astigmatism.

Word History and Origins

Origin of keratoconus¹

1855–60; kerato- + Latin cōnus cone

Example Sentences

She has keratoconus - a condition where the cornea thins and bulges, causing distorted and blurred vision.

From BBC

Liverpool Crown Court heard Jones was warned repeatedly he was unfit to drive, after being diagnosed with the eye condition, keratoconus, more than 10 years ago.

From BBC

Usually used to treat keratoconus - an eye disorder causing thinning of the cornea - it involves using ultraviolet light and vitamin B2 drops to stiffen the cornea.

From Fox News

But then in 2011, she tried to join the Army Reserve and was diagnosed with keratoconus.

From Washington Times

Williams has an eye disease called keratoconus, a degenerative disorder which warps the corneas and can potentially cause blindness if left untreated.

From Washington Times