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Adie’s pupil

A·die's pu·pil [ áydeez pp'l ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. inequality of pupil size and reactions: a condition of uncertain origin in which one pupil of the eye is larger than the other and does not constrict normally in bright light or when focusing on near objects

2. eye condition: a condition of the eyes in which one pupil is much larger than the other and less responsive to light

[Early 20th century. After William John Adie (1886-1935), Australian-born British neurologist]
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