1. Any of the glands in the eyes that secrete tears
   - lachrymal gland, tear gland

Derived forms: lacrimal glands

See also: lachrymal

Type of: duct gland, exocrine, exocrine gland

Part of: lacrimal apparatus

Encyclopedia: Lacrimal gland

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