Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lacrimation
noun
/ˌlæk.rɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The production or flow of tears.
Examples
- The lacrimation during the sad movie was hard to control.
- Allergies often lead to increased lacrimation, causing discomfort.
- Patients with dry eye syndrome may experience difficulty with lacrimation.
Meaning
Lacrimation refers to the process of tear production, which is a natural response of the body to various stimuli such as emotional stress, irritation of the eyes, or certain medical conditions.
Synonyms
- tear production
- weeping
- crying
