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optician /op·ti·cian/ (op-tish´in) a specialist in opticianry.

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A person who practices opticianry.

optician

[optish′ən]

Etymology: Gk, optikos, sight

a person who grinds and fits eyeglasses and contact lenses by prescription. To become an optician, a person must graduate from high school and complete a 4- or 5-year apprenticeship. In some states licensure is required.

optician [op-tish´an]

a specialist in opticianry. Although this is an exact and intricate science, the optician does not need a state license to practice and is not qualified to examine eyes or prescribe eyeglasses.

optician

1. One who designs and makes optical instruments or lenses.

2. Dispensing optician.

3. Ophthalmic optician.

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