Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
opto
Prefix
/ˈɒp.toʊ/
Definition
A prefix deriving from the Greek word ‘opsis’ which means ‘sight’ or ‘vision’. It is commonly used in scientific and technical terms related to light or vision.
Examples
- Optoelectronics: The study and application of electronic devices that source, detect, and control light.
- Optometry: A field of study focused on the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of visual defects.
- Optical fiber: A flexible, transparent fiber made of glass or plastic that transmits light signals.
Meaning
Referring to anything related to sight or optical components. Often used in the context of technology and devices that operate using light.
Synonyms
- Visual
- Optical
- Light-related
