iridectomy | (noun) an eye operation that treats closed-angle glaucoma by surgical removal of part of the iris of the eye | - |
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iridescence | (noun) the visual property of something having a milky brightness and a play of colors from the surface | Synonyms: opalescence |
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iridium | (noun) a heavy brittle metallic element of the platinum group; used in alloys; occurs in natural alloys with platinum or osmium | Synonyms: atomic number 77, Ir |
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iridocyclitis | (noun) inflammation of the iris and ciliary body of the eye | - |
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iridokeratitis | (noun) inflammation of the iris and cornea of the eye | - |
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iridoncus | (noun) swelling of the iris of the eye | - |
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iridosmine | (noun) a hard and corrosion resistant mineral that is a natural alloy of osmium and iridium (usually containing small amounts of rhodium and platinum); used in needles and pen nibs etc. | Synonyms: osmiridium |
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iridotomy | (noun) a surgical procedure that makes an incision in the iris of the eye in order to enlarge the pupil or to treat closed-angle glaucoma | - |
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