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eyecup

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eyecup /eye·cup/ (-kup)
1. a small vessel for application of cleansing or medicated solution to the exposed area of the eyeball.
2. optic cup (2).

eye·cup (kp)
n.
1. A small cup with a rim contoured to fit the socket of the eye, used for applying a liquid medicine or wash to the eye. Also called eye bath, eyeglass.
2. See optic cup.

eyecup,
a small vessel or cup that is shaped to fit over the eyeball and used to bathe the exposed surface of the eye.

eyecup
A small vessel made of glass, plastic or porcelain, used to bathe the eye.


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