eye fundus; retina; before one's eyes; in view
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fundus of the eye; ocular fundus; eye ground
technicalTechnical anatomical term referring to the interior posterior surface of the eyeball, examined via ophthalmoscopy. Includes the retina, optic disc, macula, and blood vessels.
The doctor performed a fundus examination on him.
Hypertensive patients often develop pathological changes in the ocular fundus.
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The retina is located at the posterior part of the eye fundus.
noun
before one's eyes; in sight; within view
literaryLiterary or descriptive usage referring to the field of vision or immediate presence. Often used in scenic descriptions or to express 'taking in a view'.
Ascending the tower and looking out, the entire city's scenery was captured within view.
The green mountains and blue waters were all taken in by the eyes.
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Looking at the familiar streets before his eyes, he felt a deep sense of intimacy.