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iris

/ˈaɪrɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does iris mean?

noun

The iris is the coloured part of the eye surrounding the pupil. It is a ring-shaped structure that controls the amount of light entering the eye.

Example

"The doctor examined the patient's iris to check for any signs of disease."

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