1. relating to or involving the eye or vision
Usage: medical; formal

1. the eyepiece of an optical instrument such as a microscope or telescope
Usage: technical

Examples

• The doctor performed an ocular examination to check for signs of disease.
• Ocular symptoms may include blurred vision and eye pain.
• The microscope’s ocular provides 10x magnification.
• She adjusted the telescope’s ocular to get a clearer view of the stars.
• Ocular pressure can be measured during a routine eye exam.
• The scientist cleaned the ocular before beginning the observation.
• Ocular migraines can cause temporary vision problems.