Definitions for optometristɒpˈtɒm ɪ trɪst
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
op•tom•e•tristɒpˈtɒm ɪ trɪst(n.)
a licensed professional who practices optometry.
Category: Ophthalmology
Origin of optometrist:
1900–05
Princeton's WordNet
optometrist, oculist(noun)
a person skilled in testing for defects of vision in order to prescribe corrective glasses
Wiktionary
optometrist(Noun)
a person trained and skilled in examining and testing the eyes for defects, in order to prescribe corrective lenses or treatment
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