noun
iridocorneal angle; angle of the anterior chamber
Anatomical term for the angle where the iris meets the cornea; used in ophthalmology.
隅角が狭いと緑内障のリスクが高まる。
A narrow iridocorneal angle increases the risk of glaucoma.
noun
Rare general use meaning a corner or recess; usually replaced by 隅 (すみ) or 角 (かど) in modern Japanese.
古い文書では、部屋の隅角に机を置くといった表現が見られる。
In old documents, you can find expressions like placing a desk in the corner of a room.