Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Miosis.
Miosis - as a noun
(genetics) cell division that produces reproductive cells in sexually reproducing organisms; the nucleus divides into four nuclei each containing half the chromosome number (leading to gametes in animals and spores in plants)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
meiosis9reduction divisionHypernyms (Closely Related)
cell divisioncellular divisionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Reflex contraction of the sphincter muscle of the iris in response to a bright light (or certain drugs) causing the pupil to become smaller
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
light reflexmyosis11pupillary reflexExample Sentences
"Excessive exposure to bright light can cause miosis."
"The doctor diagnosed the patient with miosis after noticing the abnormal pupil size."
"He experienced miosis as a side effect of the prescribed medication."
"The presence of miosis indicated potential nerve damage."
"The optometrist used a flashlight to test for miosis in the patient's eyes."
Word Game Points
Is MIOSIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, miosis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MIOSIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is MIOSIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, miosis is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMIOSIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is MIOSIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, miosis is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMIOSIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
