ophthalmoscopy

[ of-thal-mos-kuh-pee, -thuhl-, op- ]

noun

, plural oph·thal·mos·co·pies.

1. the use of or technique of using an ophthalmoscope.

ophthalmoscopy

/ ˌɒfθælˈmɒskəpɪ /

noun

1. examination of the interior of the eye with an ophthalmoscope

Other Words From

• ophthal·mosco·pist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of ophthalmoscopy¹

First recorded in 1720–30; ophthalmo- + -scopy

Example Sentences

The exam should also include an ophthalmoscopy, which involves examining your optic nerve.

From Washington Post