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optical vs optician
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| opticaladjective/ˈɑːp.tɪ.kəl/ | Meaning relating to sight, light or the way the eye sees things | Goes with optical illusion | Example He works for a company that makes optical fiber cables. |
| opticiannoun/ɑːpˈtɪʃ.ən/ | Meaning a person who tests your eyes and sells glasses | Goes with — | Example I went to the optician to have my eyes tested and to choose new glasses. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
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