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óptico

[ˈɔp.ti.ku]
adjective/nounmasculinepl: ópticos
optical; optician
1. Relating to vision, light, or the eye
The optical system of the microscope is very precise.
O sistema óptico do microscópio é muito preciso.
2. A person who makes or sells optical instruments or eyeglasses
I need to visit the optician to get my glasses adjusted.
Preciso visitar o óptico para ajustar meus óculos.
3. Relating to the appearance or perception of something visual
It's an optical illusion created by the arrangement of colors.
É uma ilusão óptica criada pela disposição das cores.
Synonyms
visualoftalmológicooculista

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
óptico
Standard usage for both adjective and noun forms
Portugal
óptico
Standard usage; óculo can also refer to eyeglasses

Related Idioms & Phrases

ilusão óptica - optical illusion
fibra óptica - optical fiber
nervo óptico - optic nerve
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