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pseudostrabismus

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The false appearance of strabismus, or crossed eyes.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Examples

  • Pseudostrabimus generally occurs in infants and toddlers whose facial features are not fully developed. The bridge of their nose is wide and flat. With age, the bridge will narrow and the epicanthal folds in the corner of the eyes will go away.

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History

Etymology

From pseudo- + strabismus.