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varifocal
(vari|focal)
Pronunciation:
/ˌvɛːrɪˈfəʊk(ə)l/
adjective
denoting a lens that allows an infinite number of focusing distances for near, intermediate, and far vision.
noun
(
varifocals
)
varifocal glasses.
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