tear

noun

A drop of the clear salty liquid that is secreted by the lachrymal gland of the eye to lubricate the surface between the eyeball and eyelid and to wash away irritants.

A profusion of this liquid spilling from the eyes and wetting the cheeks, especially as an expression of emotion.

The act of weeping.

A drop of a liquid or hardened fluid.

intransitive verb

To become filled with tears.