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limbus

/ˈlɪmbəs/ noun · British & US
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What does limbus mean?

noun

The border or margin of the iris, especially in the eye. In anatomy, the limbus is the transitional zone between the cornea and the sclera.

Example

"The ophthalmologist examined the patient's eye, focusing on the limbus where the cornea and sclera meet."

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