Lachrymal

Pronunciation: /ˈɫækˈeɪtʃɑɹˈwaɪˈmæɫ/

Lachrymal (adjective)

  1. Connected to the production or secretion of tears.

Examples

  • The lachrymal glands produce tears to keep the eyes moist.
  • A lachrymal response can occur when someone is deeply moved.

Common collocations: lachrymal glands, lachrymal secretion, lachrymal response