Meaning of the word retina in English
What does retina mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
retina
US /ˈret.ən.ə/
UK /ˈret.ɪ.nə/
Noun
a layer at the back of the eyeball containing cells that are sensitive to light and that trigger nerve impulses that pass via the optic nerve to the brain, where a visual image is formed
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Light rays focus on the retina at the back of the eye.
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Damage to the retina can lead to vision loss.
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