long-sightedness
noun [ U ] UK uk/ˌlɒŋˈsaɪ.tɪd.nəs/ us/ˌlɑːŋˈsaɪ.t̬ɪd.nəs/
(EYES)
(US far-sightedness)远视
the ability to see things clearly that are far away but not things that are near you
Thousands of people suffer from long-sightedness. 数以千计的人患有远视。
Eyeglasses with convex lenses are prescribed for long-sightedness. 凸透镜的眼镜是为远视的人配的。
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- At one to three months old, there may be some long-sightedness which adjusts to the norm as the baby grows.
- Long-sightedness is caused by the eyeball being too short from front to back.
- Genes account for 87 percent of the variation in short- and long-sightedness.
(JUDGMENT)
(also far-sightedness)有远见;深谋远虑
good judgment about what will be needed in the future and the ability to make wise decisions based on this
The partners have both entrepreneurial spirit and long-sightedness. 合伙人兼具创业精神和高瞻远瞩。
It was with long-sightedness and determination that he reached his goals. 正是凭借远见和决心，他实现了自己的目标。
See: long-sighted
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- It takes a certain long-sightedness to invest time and effort in collecting.
- The program needs to be reviewed, which should be undertaken seriously with long-sightedness.
- Things like declaring a major or starting a job require long-sightedness, dedication, and commitment.