macula

IPA: mˈækjʌɫʌ

(anatomy) An oval yellow spot near the center of the retina of the human eye, histologically defined as having two or more layers of ganglion cells, responsible for detailed central vision.
(anatomy, biology) A small chamber of the inner ear of certain vertebrates filled with endolymph and containing an otolith.
A spot, as on the skin, or on the surface of the sun or of some other luminous orb.
A rather large spot or blotch of color.
In planetary geology, an unusually dark area on the surface of a planet or moon.

Examples of "macula" in Sentences

And right in the middle of that, the highest priced real estate, is actually something known as the macula, which is the very back of the eye.
The disease strikes the center of the retina, called the macula, which is especially important for reading, watching television, and recognizing faces.
Yellow and orange foods helps the eye (vision) the retinal macula is yellowish/orange in color so this helps Macular Degeneration, blues and red food helps the heart and circulatory conditions.