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teardrop

TEERD-rop

Teardrop (noun) means a single drop of tear fluid, or the rounded shape of such a drop. Example: “A teardrop hung on her eyelash before falling.”

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A single drop of tear fluid, or the rounded shape of such a drop.

"A teardrop hung on her eyelash before falling."

"The pendant was cut in the shape of a teardrop."

How to use teardrop

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA single drop of tears, or that classic rounded-and-pointed drop shape.

Common pairings

a teardrop shape a single teardrop

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

teardrops plural

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Etymology

A compound of tear (the eye-fluid sense) and drop.

Synonyms

tear

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Frequently asked questions

What does “teardrop” mean?

The word “teardrop” means a single drop of tear fluid, or the rounded shape of such a drop. In plain terms, a single drop of tears, or that classic rounded-and-pointed drop shape.

How do you pronounce “teardrop”?

“Teardrop” is pronounced TEERD-rop (/ˈtɪədɹɒp/ in IPA).

How do you use “teardrop” in a sentence?

Here is “teardrop” used in a sentence: “A teardrop hung on her eyelash before falling.”

What part of speech is “teardrop”?

“Teardrop” is a noun.

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