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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

oculist

/ˈɒkjʊlɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does oculist mean?

noun

A medical practitioner specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the eye. An oculist is often used interchangeably with ophthalmologist.

Example

"The oculist carefully examined the patient's eyes to determine the cause of their vision problems."

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