How to pronounce word in English - English Word Dictionary- Learn English free online - English Learning Online

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

dark adaptation

[ ˌdärk-]

dark adaptation

noun

Definition of dark adaptation

: the process including dilation of the pupil, increase in sensitivity of the retinal rods, and regeneration of rhodopsin by which the eye adapts to conditions of reduced illumination

Other Words from dark adaptation

dark-adapted \ ˌdärk-ə-ˈdap-təd \ adjective

First Known Use of dark adaptation

1900, in the meaning defined above

Dictionary Entries near dark adaptation