Stenopeic
adjective
1.
pertaining to or containing a narrow slit or minute opening:
a stenopeic device to aid vision after eye surgery.
noun
2.
a device, as of wood, metal, or cardboard, with a narrow horizontal slit, worn over the eyes for protection against bright sunlight.
stenopeic sten·o·pe·ic (stěn’ə-pē’ĭk)
adj.
Having a narrow opening or slit.
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