teardrop

• Nom désignant une seule goutte du liquide transparent et salé sécrété par les glandes lacrymales, ou tout objet ayant la forme d'une telle goutte, par exemple une pierre en forme de goutte sur une boucle d'oreille.

A noun referring to a single drop of the clear, salty fluid secreted by the lacrimal glands, or any object shaped like such a drop, such as a pendant gem on an earring.

1. A single tearA2formal

   A single drop of the clear, salty liquid that is secreted by the lacrimal glands, typically as a result of emotion or irritation.

   larme

   • A single teardrop rolled down her cheek.
   • He wiped a teardrop from his eye.
   • The sad story brought a teardrop to her eye.

   Synonymestear

2. A drop-shaped objectB1formal

   Any object that is shaped like a falling drop of liquid, often used in jewelry or design.

   goutte (forme)

   • She wore beautiful teardrop earrings to the party.
   • The pendant was a simple teardrop made of silver.
   • The chandelier had teardrop crystals that sparkled in the light.

   Synonymesdroptear