Word of the Day
Presbyopia (noun): a visual condition which becomes apparent especially in middle age and in which loss of elasticity of the lens of the eye causes defective accommodation and inability to focus sharply for near vision
If you're not there yet, chances are it's only a matter of time. When presbyopia sets in you probably need two things: reading glasses, and to face the fact that you're middle aged. Presbyopia is a rare word, especially considering how common the condition is. The word traces back to the Greek presbys, meaning "old man." If it reminds you of the word Presbyterian, that's no coincidence. That word traces back to Greek presbyteros, meaning "priest, elder," itself a form of presbys.
From the Merrium Webster site
If you're not there yet, chances are it's only a matter of time. When presbyopia sets in you probably need two things: reading glasses, and to face the fact that you're middle aged. Presbyopia is a rare word, especially considering how common the condition is. The word traces back to the Greek presbys, meaning "old man." If it reminds you of the word Presbyterian, that's no coincidence. That word traces back to Greek presbyteros, meaning "priest, elder," itself a form of presbys.
From the Merrium Webster site