vitreous

adjective
UK: /ˈvɪtriəs/
US: /ˈvɪtriəs/

  1. Like glass in appearance or physical properties; glassy.

    1. The vitreous surface reflected the light.
    2. The artist created a vitreous enamel finish on the ceramic vase, giving it a smooth, glass-like appearance.

  2. Relating to the vitreous humor of the eye.

    1. The doctor checked his vitreous health.
    2. Floaters in the vision are often caused by changes in the vitreous humor as we age.

Synonyms

glassy hyaloid
vitreous noun

  1. The transparent jelly-like tissue filling the eyeball behind the lens.

    1. The vitreous keeps eye shape.
    2. Changes in the vitreous can sometimes lead to visual disturbances, such as seeing floaters.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "vitreous" in English means: Like glass in appearance or physical properties; glassy., Relating to the vitreous humor of the eye..

The phonetic transcription of "vitreous" is /ˈvɪtriəs/ in British English and /ˈvɪtriəs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "vitreous": glassy, hyaloid.

Example usage of "vitreous": "The vitreous surface reflected the light.". More examples on the page.