Definition

A small drop of clear liquid that comes from the eye when someone is sad or emotional, or an object that is shaped like this drop.

Example

She wiped away a teardrop from her cheek after watching the sad movie.

Conversation

Did you see that necklace Sarah was wearing?

Yeah, it had a beautiful teardrop pendant.

I wonder where she got it from; it looked amazing.

I heard she got it at that new jewelry store downtown.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Teardrop is formed from "tear" (from Old English *tēar*, meaning a drop of clear salty liquid produced by the eyes) and "drop" (from Old English *dropa*, meaning a small quantity of liquid). The word "teardrop" refers to a drop of liquid that comes from the eye, typically as a result of emotion.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'tear' as a drop of liquid from the eye, and 'drop' as a small quantity of liquid. This helps you remember that a teardrop is a small drop of liquid that comes from crying.

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