eye drops
plural noun
variants
or less commonly eyedrops
: a medicated solution for the eyes that is applied in drops
—usually singular and hyphenated when used before another noun
Most cases of chronic glaucoma are treated with eye-drop medications that reduce pressure in the eye.—
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Ultimately, eye drops can help with dryness, redness, itching, and even watering.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 9 July 2024
Packing a small toiletry bag with some basics—like a toothbrush, toothpaste, moisturizer, perfume, and eye drops—goes a long way toward starting your trip on the right foot.
—Jessica Poitevien, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Aug. 2023
Health First-of-their-kind eye drops reverse blindness in teen The topical gene therapy could one day help millions regain their vision.
—Big Think, 24 June 2024
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Dopp kit
A roomy Dopp kit will hold all your travel necessities: sunscreen, a toothbrush and toothpaste, deodorant, contact solution or eye drops, a razor, shampoo, conditioner, and body and face wash.
—Madison Flager, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 May 2024
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Sherri Gordon, Parents, 9 July 2024
Packing a small toiletry bag with some basics—like a toothbrush, toothpaste, moisturizer, perfume, and eye drops—goes a long way toward starting your trip on the right foot.
—Jessica Poitevien, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Aug. 2023
Health First-of-their-kind eye drops reverse blindness in teen The topical gene therapy could one day help millions regain their vision.
—Big Think, 24 June 2024
Read more: How to take care of jewelry on vacation
Dopp kit
A roomy Dopp kit will hold all your travel necessities: sunscreen, a toothbrush and toothpaste, deodorant, contact solution or eye drops, a razor, shampoo, conditioner, and body and face wash.
—Madison Flager, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 May 2024
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“Eye drops.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eye%20drops. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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