Eyewear/ˈaɪwer/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Safety First Used when emphasizing the importance of protecting eyes. All employees must use eyewear in the lab. Pro Tip 2/3Health Context Most commonly used when discussing vision correction. I got new eyewear to improve my reading. Pro Tip 3/3Specialized Uses Refers to special types tailored for activities like sports, e.g. goggles. You'll need specialized eyewear for skiing.