as in optical
of, relating to, or used in vision the optic nerve

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Recent Examples of optic Contributor Terri Williams says one of her favorite features is its optic cleaner head that cleans and polishes her hard floors. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 21 May 2025 For fashion's biggest night, Megan went for classic glamour in a custom Michael Kors Collection optic white lace goddess gown with crystal hand embroidery and an optic white faux fox opera coat with a sequin lining. Rachel McRady, People.com, 6 May 2025 The vacuum has a fluffy optic cleaner head that not only cleans but also polishes hard floors. Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 18 Apr. 2025 Inflammation of the optic nerve head (the part inside the eye), a form of optic neuritis. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for optic
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optical
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  • The shoes have a thick foam sole that offers optical support, shock-absorption, and lasting comfort.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 31 July 2025
  • This is an area where the cheaper S25 Ultra still beats the new foldable, with higher-resolution backup cameras and multiple optical zoom levels.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 31 July 2025

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“Optic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optic. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.

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