pupils Definition
- 1the small, black circular part in the center of the eye, through which light enters
- 2a student in school
Using pupils: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pupils" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The pupils dilate in dim light.
Example
The teacher gave her pupils a lot of homework.
Example
The school has over 500 pupils enrolled this year.
pupils Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for pupils
- students
- learners
- scholars
Phrases with pupils
Example
The doctor noticed blown pupils in the patient's eyes.
constricted pupils
small pupils that do not respond to light
Example
The nurse checked the patient's constricted pupils.
Example
The optometrist examined the patient's dilated pupils.
Summary: pupils in Brief
The term 'pupils' [pyoo-puh lz] refers to two distinct meanings. Firstly, it is the small, black circular part in the center of the eye, through which light enters. Secondly, it refers to a student in school. Examples include 'The pupils dilate in dim light.' and 'The teacher gave her pupils a lot of homework.' The word 'pupils' is more formal than 'kids' or 'youngsters.'
