dry eye
noun
: a condition associated with inadequate tear production and marked by redness, itching, and burning of the eye
called also dry eye syndrome
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Daily disposables: These lenses are less likely to cause dry eyes because they're replaced daily.
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Suchandrima Bhowmik, Health, 26 Apr. 2025
The innovative device has been designed to soothe and rejuvenate tired or dry eyes.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Drink water: Staying well-hydrated can help keep your eyes lubricated and lower your chance of dry eyes.
—Sarah Bence, Health, 23 Mar. 2025
Artificial tears may be recommended to soothe watery eyes due to dry eye.
—Maxine Lipner, Verywell Health, 18 Mar. 2025
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Suchandrima Bhowmik, Health, 26 Apr. 2025
The innovative device has been designed to soothe and rejuvenate tired or dry eyes.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Drink water: Staying well-hydrated can help keep your eyes lubricated and lower your chance of dry eyes.
—Sarah Bence, Health, 23 Mar. 2025
Artificial tears may be recommended to soothe watery eyes due to dry eye.
—Maxine Lipner, Verywell Health, 18 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for dry eye
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“Dry eye.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dry%20eye. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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