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