lachryma

[US]/[ˈlæk.rɪ.mə]/
[UK]/[ˈlæk.rɪ.mə]/

Translation

n.A tear; a tear drop.; A small amount of moisture.; Something that causes tears; a poignant thing.

Phrases & Collocations

lachrymal gland

lachrymal ducts

lachrymation flowing

lachrymal film

lachrymal sac

lachrymal secretion

lachrymal overflow

lachrymal apparatus

lachrymal passage

lachrymal system

Example Sentences

the lachryma gland produces tears to lubricate the eyes.

damage to the lachryma ducts can cause dry eye syndrome.

excessive lachryma production can be a symptom of allergies.

the lachryma reflex is triggered by irritation or emotional distress.

a blocked lachryma duct can lead to recurrent eye infections.

the surgeon carefully repaired the patient's damaged lachryma ducts.

inflammation of the lachryma glands can cause painful swelling.

the child's lachryma glands were functioning normally.

medications can sometimes affect lachryma production and cause dryness.

the ophthalmologist examined the patient's lachryma system thoroughly.

surgical intervention may be necessary to restore lachryma drainage.

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