lacrimal gland

The lacrimal glands are paired glands, one for each eye, that secrete the aqueous layer of the tear film. They are situated in the upper, outer portion of each  orbit.
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Lacrimal gland n. An almond-shaped gland that secretes tears into ducts that empty onto the surface of the conjunctiva of the eye. [more]Lacrimal gland - Community and Resources

Noun
1. any of the glands in the eyes that secrete tears
(synonym) lachrymal gland, tear gland
(hypernym) exocrine gland, duct gland
(part-holonym) lacrimal apparatus

A gland that secretes tears. The lacrimal glands are found in the upper, outer part of each eye socket.