Definition

A tool used to draw up and release small amounts of liquid, often used for putting medicine into the eyes.

Example

The doctor used an eyedropper to apply the medication directly into the patient's eye.

Conversation

Do you have an eyedropper I can borrow?

Sure! I used it just yesterday for my allergy medicine.

Great! I need it for some drops I have to take.

No problem! Just make sure to clean it after you use the eyedropper.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Eyedropper → It is formed from "eye" (from Old English "ēage", meaning the organ of sight) and "dropper" (from "drop" which comes from Old English "dropa", meaning a small quantity of liquid). The word "eyedropper" refers to a tool used to dispense drops of liquid, typically for the eyes.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'eye' as the organ of sight and 'dropper' as something that dispenses drops — an eyedropper is a tool that dispenses drops for the eyes.

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