visual acuity

vis·u·al a·cu·i·ty

V v

Definitions of visual acuity words

noun visual acuity acuteness of the vision as determined by a comparison with the normal ability to define certain letters at a given distance, usually 20 feet (6 meters). Abbreviation: V. 1
noun visual acuity the ability of the eye to discriminate detail, usually tested by comparison with the power of the normal eye to distinguish certain letters on a standard chart at a given distance, generally 20 feet 0
noun visual acuity The sharpness of vision or sight. 0
noun visual acuity Strength of vision expressed on some definite scale. 0

before 1885

One of the 21% newest English words

First recorded in 1885-90

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 6% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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