vitreous

• Qui est relatif au verre, qui en a l'aspect ou la texture, ou qui en est dérivé ; semblable à du verre par son apparence ou sa consistance.

Relating to, resembling, or derived from glass; glassy in appearance or texture.

1. Relating to the eyeC1formalmedical

   Of or relating to the vitreous humor, the clear gel that fills the inside of the eyeball.

   Relatif au vitré (humeur vitrée)

   • The vitreous body helps maintain the shape of the eye.
   • A vitreous hemorrhage can cause floaters in vision.
   • The surgeon performed a vitrectomy to remove the cloudy vitreous humor.

   Synonymeshyaloid

2. Glass-likeC1formalscientific

   Relating to, resembling, or derived from glass; having a glassy appearance or properties.

   vitreux (relatif au verre)

   • The mineral has a vitreous luster, similar to glass.
   • Vitreous silica is used in high-temperature applications.
   • The sample exhibited a vitreous fracture when broken.

   Synonymesglass-likeglassyhyalinehyaloid

   Antonymesdullopaque

3. Glazed ceramicsC1formaltechnical

   Describing ceramics that have a shiny, nonporous surface created by fusing a glassy coating.

   Céramique vitreuse

   • Vitreous china is commonly used for bathroom fixtures.
   • The pottery was finished with a vitreous glaze.
   • Vitreous enamel coatings protect metal surfaces from corrosion.

   Synonymesglazedvitrified