oculusPronunciation: /ˈɒkjʊləs/Definition of oculus noun (plural oculi /-lʌɪ, -liː/) Architecture a round or eye-like opening or design, in particular: a circular window. the central boss of a volute. an opening at the apex of a dome. Origin: mid 19th century: from Latin, literally 'eye'oculus in other Oxford dictionaries Definition of oculus in the US English dictionary