"Ever since I developed nyctalopia, I've had to be extra careful when driving after sunset."
"My friend with nyctalopia carries a small flashlight to help her see in dimly lit restaurants."
"Shari turns on her living-room lights in the early afternoon because of her nyctalopia."
Greek, late 17th century
The Latin term "nyctalopia" (for "night blindness") is based on the ancient Greek term "νυκταλωπία," meaning "night blindness." It was first adopted in French in 1666 as "nyctalopie," then came into English in the late 17th century. ...
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