night vision

noun

: ability to see in the dark
an animal with excellent night vision

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Dinner service in the dark goes as well as possible, with Kayley and Aesha wearing night vision goggles to serve the food. Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 30 June 2026 Lowering your phone’s brightness can actually help preserve your night vision. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026 The Google Nest Cam Outdoor records sharp 2K video, uses Gemini AI to generate detailed event descriptions, supports night vision and two-way audio, and is built to withstand the elements. Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 29 June 2026 But for most people with adequate vitamin A levels, eating more carrots won’t further enhance night vision or give you the ability to see in the dark. Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for night vision

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“Night vision.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/night%20vision. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

Medical Definition

night vision

noun
: ability to see in dim light (as provided by moon and stars)
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