lachrymal

UK /ˈlak.ɹɪm.əl/ US /ˈlæk.ɹəm.əl/

noun 3adj 2

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adj

Connected with weeping or tears.

Alternative spelling of lacrimal.

noun

A lachrymatory (vase intended for collecting tears).

Lachrymal feelings or organs.

It is truly melancholy to see so many minds employed in catering for the risibles and lachrymals of weak men and silly women

Alternative spelling of lacrimal.

adjective — relating to or located near the organ that produces tears

adjective — of or relating to tears

It is truly melancholy to see so many minds employed in catering for the risibles and lachrymals of weak men and silly women

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