visual field

noun

Definition of VISUAL FIELD

: the entire expanse of space visible at a given instant without moving the eyes —called also field of vision

See visual field defined for English-language learners

See visual field defined for kids

1875

Medical Dictionary

noun

: the entire expanse of space visible at a given instant without moving the eyes—called also field of vision

Next Word in the Dictionary: visualisationPrevious Word in the Dictionary: visual cortexAll Words Near: visual field

What made you want to look up visual field? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Put-downs with flair

How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.

Test your vocab with our fun, fast game

Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears