Lacrimal gland
Also called Tear gland
AnatomyOphthalmologyGood to know
The almond-shaped gland in the upper outer orbit producing tears to lubricate and protect the eye.
Korean
누선(눈물샘)
눈물을 생성하는 눈 위쪽 외측에 위치하는 아몬드 모양의 분비샘; 각막 윤활을 담당.
French
Glande lacrymale
Glande en forme d'amande dans l'angle supéro-externe de l'orbite produisant des larmes pour lubrifier et protéger l'œil.
Word parts
lacrim/oRoot(Latin) Tear, tear duct