Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chalazion
noun
/ˈkæl.əˌziː.ən/
Definition
A chalazion is a small cyst that forms in the eyelid due to a blocked oil gland.
Examples
- A chalazion often appears as a painless lump on the eyelid.
- After experiencing a chalazion, she decided to see an eye doctor.
- Warm compresses can help reduce a chalazion.
Meaning
The term chalazion comes from the Greek word ‘chalaza,’ meaning ‘small lump.’ It refers specifically to the lump that develops when a meibomian gland in the eyelid becomes obstructed, leading to the accumulation of oil.
Synonyms
- Oil retention cyst
- Eyelid cyst
