Tear Duct (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several small ducts that carry tears from the lacrimal glands.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The doctor examined the patient's eye to see if the tear duct was blocked.
- Each eye has a tear duct located in the inner corner to drain excess tears.
- When the tear duct becomes clogged, it can cause watery eyes and discomfort.
- The ophthalmologist used a thin tube to open the blocked tear duct.
- The procedure involves inserting a tiny tube into the tear duct to facilitate tear flow.