The Collaborative International Dictionary
macular area
macula lutea \macula lutea\, macular area \macular area\n. A yellowish central area of the retina that is rich in cones.
Syn: macula, yellow spot.
WordNet
macular area
n. a yellowish central area of the retina that is rich in cones and that mediates clear detailed vision [syn: macula, macula lutea, yellow spot]