visual field

noun

Synonyms of visual fieldnext
: the entire expanse of space visible at a given instant without moving the eyes

called also field of vision

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An unexpected disturbance in the visual field can be a trigger. — Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026 With dynamic current steering, the electrodes stimulate the brain in sequence to trace a shape in the visual field. — Eliza Strickland, IEEE Spectrum, 15 Oct. 2020 When an upper-eyelid procedure removes that extra skin, the eyelids feel lighter and the visual field improves. — Carlos Wolf, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026 Every object in your visual field represents another input your brain must manage. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 13 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for visual field

Word History

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of visual field was in 1830

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“Visual field.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/visual%20field. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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visual field

noun
: the entire space visible at a given instant without moving the eyes

called also field of vision

Medical Definition

visual field

noun
: the entire expanse of space visible at a given instant without moving the eyes

called also field of vision

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