Lachrymal
Pronunciation: /ˈɫækˈeɪtʃɑɹˈwaɪˈmæɫ/
Lachrymal (adjective)
- 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