ocul

Latin

eye

Variants:oculoculus

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From Latin oculus (eye). Produces ocular (relating to the eye) and monocle (single eyepiece). Inoculate originally meant 'to graft an eye-bud onto a plant,' then extended to vaccination.

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inoculate

To vaccinate or introduce a substance to produce immunity

ocular

Relating to the eye or sight; the eyepiece of an optical instrument

monocle

A single corrective lens worn over one eye

inveigle

To lure or persuade through flattery or deception