GRE Word List
ASTIGMATISM
a defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image
The meaning of the word astigmatism is a defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| pastry | a dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste |
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