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Definition of parafoveal in English:

parafoveal

Pronunciation /ˌparəˈfəʊvɪəl/

adjective

Anatomy

  • Adjacent to or surrounding the fovea of the retina; of or relating to the parafovea.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in William Watson (1868–1919). From para- + foveal.