iris
nounHow many syllables in iris?
There are 2 syllables in the word iris.How to pronounce iris:
Definition of iris:
- iris (noun):
- the opaque contractile diaphragm perforated by the pupil and forming the colored portion of the eye see eye illustration
- muscular diaphragm that controls the size of the pupil which in turn controls the amount of light that enters the eye; it forms the colored portion of the eye.
Synonyms for iris:
eye
flag
fleur-de-lis
iris diaphragm
oculus
optic
pupil
sword lily
tissue layer
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