biconvex

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The lens is biconvex in diurnal mammals, but in nocturnal and aquatic it is spherical.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 1 "Evangelical Church Conference" to "Fairbairn, Sir William" by Various

Where two toes overlap, it will be observed that there is a deeper shadow, like the section of a biconvex lens.

From McClure's Magazine, Vol. 6, No. 6, May, 1896 by Various

"My helmsman is stationed behind the windows of a pilothouse, which protrudes from the topside of the Nautilus's hull and is fitted with biconvex glass."

From Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea by Walter, F. P.

Convex on both sides; as, a biconvex lens.

From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) by Webster, Noah

The power of our beacon was increased a hundredfold, like a lamp shining through the biconvex lenses of a world–class lighthouse.

From Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea by Walter, F. P.