ophthalmist
/ɒfˈθalmɪst/ /ɒpˈθalmɪst/(also opthalmist) Now rare
noun
An expert in the structure and functions of the eye; an oculist.
Origin
Early 17th century; earliest use found in Lancelot Andrewes (1555–1626), bishop of Winchester. From ancient Greek ὀϕθαλμός eye + -ist.
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