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miosis

/ˈmaɪ.əsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does miosis mean?

noun

A condition in which the pupils of the eyes are constricted, often due to the presence of a drug or a neurological disorder.

Example

"The patient's miosis was a sign of the medication's effectiveness."

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