tear

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.

To become filled with tears.

To have tears well in the eyes.

To cause to have tears well in the eyes.

To pull apart or into pieces by force; rend.