lacrimal sac

WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Definitions from WordNet

Noun lacrimal sac has 1 sense

lacrimal sac, tear sac, dacryocyst - either of the two dilated ends of the lacrimal ducts at the nasal ends of the eyes that fill with tears secreted by the lacrimal glands
--₁ is a kind of vesicle, cyst
--₁ is a part of lacrimal apparatus

Definitions from the Web

Lacrimal Sac

Description:

The lacrimal sac is a small, pouch-like structure located in the inner corner of the eye where tears collect before draining into the nasal cavity. It plays a crucial role in the tear drainage system of the eye.

Sample Sentences:

The lacrimal sac helps to collect excess tears and prevent them from overflowing onto the face.
A blockage in the lacrimal sac can lead to watery eyes and discomfort.
When a tear is produced, it passes through the lacrimal sac before entering the nasolacrimal duct.

Possible Related Products:

Explore the range of products related to the lacrimal sac on Amazon:

Lacrimal sac on Amazon

lacqure lacqure coating lacrimal lacrimal apparatus lacrimal artery lacrimal bone lacrimal duct lacrimal gland lacrimal sac lacrimal secretion lacrimal vein lacrimation lacrimator lacrimatory lacrimonious lacrimose lacroix

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

Check latest bestsellers | New Arrivals in Electronics