lachrymal

English

Alternative forms

Adjective

lachrymal (comparative more lachrymal, superlative most lachrymal)

Of or relating to tears, or the tear glands.

Related terms

lachrymal gland
lachrymatory
lachrymose

Translations

of or relating to tears — see lacrimal

Noun

lachrymal (plural lachrymals)

lachrymatory (vase intended for collecting tears)
(humorous, in the plural) lachrymal feelings or organs
- (Can we date this quote?) The Lutheran:
  People go to the theaters to have […] their risibles and lachrymals set agoing.

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