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fovea

UK
/ˈfəʊviə/
US
/ˈfoʊviə/

Translations

foveanoun
foveae
pl
UK
/ˈfəʊviə/
US
/ˈfoʊviə/
The fovea is responsible for sharp central vision.
Фовеа отвечает за остроту центрального зрения.
Synonyms
pit
depression
dimple
recess
hollow
fossa
foveola
indentation
notch
concavity

Definitions

foveanoun
A small depression in the retina of the eye where visual acuity is highest.
The fovea is responsible for sharp central vision, which is necessary for activities where visual detail is of primary importance, such as reading and driving.
Any small pit or depression on a surface of an organ, bone, or other body structure.
The fovea on the head of the femur provides attachment for the ligament of the head.
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