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Meaning of iris
The primary meaning of the word "iris" is the colored part of the eye.
Etymology of iris
The word "iris" has its roots in Greek mythology, where Iris was the goddess of the rainbow.
The term was later used to describe the colored part of the eye, due to its resemblance to the rainbow.
The word "iris" has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the eye part, and its botanical usage dates back to the 17th century.
Synonyms
cornea
pupil
retina
lens
eye
optic
organ
vision
sight
gaze
stare
glance
look
peep
leer
ogle
squint
blink
wink
gaze
view
survey
scan
inspect
examine
scrutinize
observe
watch
regard
contemplate
pupilage
corneal
retinal
ocular
visual
optical
ophthalmic
orbital
socket
cavity
hole
opening
aperture
orifice
mouth
entrance
gateway
portal
door
window
eyelet
peephole
loophole
slot
vent
fissure
Definitions
- The iris is defined by Oxford Languages as the colored part of the eye, surrounding the pupil and consisting of two layers of smooth muscle and connective tissue.
- In botany, the term iris refers to a genus of flowering plants, typically having showy, fragrant flowers with three petals and three sepals.
- In anatomy, the iris is a part of the eye that controls the amount of light that enters by adjusting the size of the pupil.
Usage Examples
- The doctor examined the patient's iris to check for any signs of injury or disease.
- The beautiful iris flower bloomed in the garden, attracting bees and butterflies.
- The camera's iris adjusted to let in more light, allowing for a clearer picture.