Hordeola is a medical term used to refer to a common eye condition known as styes. It is characterized by a painful and red lump that develops on the edge of the eyelid. While the term "hordeola" is commonly used in medical settings, there are several synonyms that can be used to refer to this condition. Some of these include eye boils, stys, and eyelid bumps. Other terms that may be used include meibomian cysts, chalazions, and glandular styes. Regardless of the term used, hordeola is a common condition that requires proper management to prevent complications such as scarring and vision loss.