Lachrymal: meaning, definitions and examples
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lachrymal
[ หlรฆkrษชmษl ]
anatomy, function
The term 'lachrymal' pertains to tears or the glands that produce them. It is primarily associated with the lacrimal glands located in the upper outer corners of the eye, which secrete tears to moisten the eye surface, providing both lubrication and protection. The word also refers to the ducts through which tears drain into the nasal cavity. In a broader context, lachrymal can relate to anything pertaining to crying or sorrow.
Synonyms
tear-producing, tear-related.
Examples of usage
- The lachrymal glands help to keep our eyes moist.
- She felt a lachrymal response during the emotional scene.
- Infections can cause issues with the lachrymal system.
Translations
Translations of the word "lachrymal" in other languages:
๐ต๐น lacrimal
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเคธเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Trรคnen-
๐ฎ๐ฉ lakrimal
๐บ๐ฆ ัะปัะพะทะพะฒะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ ลzowy
๐ฏ๐ต ๆถ่ บใฎ
๐ซ๐ท lacrymal
๐ช๐ธ lagrimal
๐น๐ท lakrimal
๐ฐ๐ท ๋๋ฌผ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฏู ุนู
๐จ๐ฟ slznรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ slznรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ๆณช่ บ็
๐ธ๐ฎ solzov
๐ฎ๐ธ tรกr
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แขแแ แแแแก
๐ฆ๐ฟ yuxu
๐ฒ๐ฝ lagrimal
Etymology
The word 'lachrymal' originates from the Latin 'lacrimalis', which is derived from 'lacrima', meaning 'tear'. The use of 'lacrima' dates back to ancient Rome, where tears were often associated with emotions such as sorrow and joy. The term evolved in the French language before being adopted into English in the late 14th century. Over the centuries, 'lachrymal' has maintained its connection to tears and the anatomical structures involved in their production and drainage. In medical and biological contexts, the word is frequently used to describe conditions or treatments related to the eye's tear-generating systems, reflecting its importance in both daily life and health care.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #30,533 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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