eyewear

noun

eye·​wear ˈī-ˌwer How to pronounce eyewear (audio)
: corrective or protective devices (such as glasses or contact lenses) for the eyes

Examples of eyewear in a Sentence

a shop that specialized in fashionable eyewear
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Smart eyewear is one of the most demanding segments for eye tracking—requiring ultra-low power, high performance, and seamless integration into a standard glasses form factor. Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025 In addition to Akoni Eyewear, the group also produces eyewear for Valentino and Balmain. Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 2 June 2025 Sports Yellow District Vision takes a holistic approach to athletic eyewear. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 2 June 2025 Lacoste was founded in 1933 by René Lacoste and is known for its familiar polo shirt, as well as sportswear apparel for men and women, footwear, eyewear, watches, fragrances and leather goods like handbags and luggage. Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 29 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for eyewear

Word History

First Known Use

1918, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of eyewear was in 1918

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“Eyewear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eyewear. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

Medical Definition

eyewear

noun
: corrective or protective devices (as glasses or contact lenses) for the eyes
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