fovea

[ˈfəʊvɪə]

fovea Definition

a small depression in the retina of the eye where visual acuity is highest.

Using fovea: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fovea" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The fovea is responsible for sharp, detailed vision.

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    The image falls directly on the fovea when we look directly at an object.

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Summary: fovea in Brief

The term 'fovea' [ˈfəʊvɪə] refers to a small depression in the retina of the eye where visual acuity is highest. It is responsible for sharp, detailed vision and the image falls directly on it when we look directly at an object.