Lacrimal (adjective)

1. Relating to or producing tears.
2. Relating to the tear glands or the tear ducts in the eye.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin lacrima "tear" + -al.

Examples:

1. The lacrimal glands produce the fluid that keeps the eyes moist.
2. The lacrimal ducts drain the tears from the eye into the nose.
3. The lacrimal secretion helps to protect the eyes from dryness and infection.
4. The lacrimal nerve supplies sensation to the lacrimal glands.
5. The lacrimal bone forms the outer wall of the eye socket.