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teardrop

teard·rop

UK/ˈtɪədɹɒp/ rare

noun

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2.

a drop of the clear salty saline solution secreted by the lacrimal glands

  • “his story brought tears to her eyes”
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Origin

From tear + drop.

Phrases

  • teardrop tomato
  • teardrop trailer
  • teardrop tubeshoulder

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