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optometrist

noun op·tom·e·trist \äp-ˈtä-mə-trist\

: a person whose job is to examine people's eyes to find out if they need eyeglasses or medical treatment

Full Definition of OPTOMETRIST

: a specialist licensed to practice optometry — compare ophthalmologist, optician

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OPTOMETRIST Defined for Kids

noun op·tom·e·trist \äp-ˈtä-mə-trəst\

: a person who examines the eyes and prescribes glasses or exercise to improve the eyesight

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noun op·tom·e·trist \äp-ˈtäm-ə-trəst\

: a specialist licensed to practice optometry—compare ophthalmologist, optician 2

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