retinopathy

[ ret-n-op-uh-thee ]

noun

, Ophthalmology.

1. any diseased condition of the retina, especially one that is noninflammatory.

retinopathy

/ ˌrɛtɪˈnɒpəθɪ /

noun

1. any of various noninflammatory diseases of the retina which may have serious effects on vision

Word History and Origins

Origin of retinopathy¹

First recorded in 1930–35; retin(a) + -o- + -pathy

Example Sentences

Bijani was born with retinopathy and glaucoma, and his sight gradually disappeared during his first four years.

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