lacrimal duct
lacrimal duct · lacrimal ducts
A small channel, the end of which is visible on the margin of each eyelid, that drains…A small channel, the end of which is visible on the margin of each eyelid, that drains the lacrimal fluid from the eye towards the lacrimal sac.
Meaning
1 sensesA small channel, the end of which is visible on the margin of each eyelid, that drains the lacrimal fluid from the eye towards the lacrimal sac.
More definitions
- any of several small ducts that carry tears from the lacrimal glands
Forms
plural: lacrimal ducts| Singular | lacrimal duct |
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Synonyms
4 synonymsClose in meaning
- any of several small ducts that carry tears from the lacrimal glands:lachrymal ducttear duct
Word family
2 related wordsSee also
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