Rheumy (adjective)

Having rheum, which is a watery discharge from the eyes or nose, especially as a symptom of a cold or other infection.

Origin:

From the greek "rheuma" meaning "flowing, stream".

Examples:

1. The old man's rheumy eyes made it hard for him to see.
2. He woke up with a rheumy nose and a sore throat.
3. She had a rheumy cough and a fever.
4. The patient's rheumy eyes were a sign of a cold.
5. The doctor prescribed an antihistamine for the patient's rheumy eyes.