Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
iris
noun
/ˈaɪ.rɪs/
Definition
The iris is a flat, thin, circular structure in the eye that controls the size of the pupil and the amount of light that enters the eye.
Examples
- The blue iris of her eyes sparkled in the sunlight.
- In spring, the garden was filled with blooming irises.
Meaning
The iris can refer to either the colored part of the eye or to a type of flowering plant.
Synonyms
- pupil (in terms of eye anatomy)
- flowering plant (in terms of botany)
