pinguecula
/pɪŋˈɡwɛkjələ/
noun
- A small, yellowish, noncancerous growth on the white part of the eye, often caused by exposure to sunlight or wind.
- The doctor said the pinguecula on his eye was harmless and didn't need treatment.
- She noticed a pinguecula near her iris and went to the optometrist for a checkup.
- Wearing sunglasses can help prevent a pinguecula from forming.