Noun: lachrymal gland
- Any of the glands in the eyes that secrete tears
"The lachrymal glands produce tears to keep the eyes moist and protected";
- lacrimal gland, tear gland
Derived forms: lachrymal glands
Type of: duct gland, exocrine, exocrine gland
Part of: lacrimal apparatus
Encyclopedia: Lachrymal gland