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MYOSIS

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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Myosis.

Myosis - as a noun

An acute infectious disease occurring in epidemic form and featuring paroxysms of pain (usually in the chest)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bornholm diseasediaphragmatic pleurisyepidemic myalgiaepidemic pleurodynia

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 reflexmiosispupillary reflex

Example Sentences

"Doctors often use drugs to induce myosis during certain medical procedures."
"The patient experienced blurry vision due to myosis caused by medication."
"Severe pain and myosis can be symptoms of opioid withdrawal."
"Some drugs can cause myosis as a side effect."
"The doctor examined the patient's eyes and noticed myosis."
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Word Game Points

Is MYOSIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, myosis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MYOSIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is MYOSIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, myosis is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MYOSIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is MYOSIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, myosis is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MYOSIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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