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compound eye
This term is a technical biological descriptor used primarily in entomology and zoology. It describes a specialized sensory structure that differs fundamentally from the single-lens "camera eye" found in vertebrates. The term carries a connotation of efficiency in motion detection and panoramic awareness rather than high-resolution focus.
Because it refers to a specific anatomical structure, it is used almost exclusively in scientific or educational contexts. In casual conversation, it is often simplified to "eyes," though the specific term "compound eye" is necessary when distinguishing the arthropod visual system from other types of ocular anatomy.
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Examples
The dragonfly uses its compound eye to spot prey from a distance.
Look at how the compound eye of this bee is structured under the microscope.
A compound eye allows an insect to see in almost every direction at once.
I wonder if a compound eye sees the world as a mosaic of images.
The creature had a massive compound eye that pulsed with a strange light.
Unlike human eyes, a compound eye is made of thousands of tiny lenses.
The compound eye is incredibly efficient at detecting fast movement.
Wait, does every arthropod have a compound eye?