Yellow-spot Synonyms

A small yellowish central area of the retina that is rich in cones and that mediates clear detailed vision
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. macula-lutea
  2. macula
  3. macular area

Yellow-spot Sentence Examples

  • One of these varieties is black, with a yellow spot in the centre of each scale; these spots are larger on the back, forming a series of tetrapetalous flowers; the head is similarly ornamented.

  • Corresponding to the size of the yellow spot only a small fraction of the image appears particularly distinctly.

  • The other portions which are reproduced on the retina on the regions surrounding the yellow spot will also be perceived, but with reduced definition.