cornea
nounfemininetécnico/kuɾˈnɛɐ/medium
cór·ne·a
Definition
Transparent, convex membrane at the front of the eyeball, covering the iris and the lens.
The laser was used to reshape the cornea and correct myopia.
An injury to the cornea can severely affect vision.
Common collocations
cornea transplantcorneal ulcercorneal thickness
Etymology
Do latim 'cornea (tela)', 'tela córnea'.