teardrop

noun

tear·​drop ˈtir-ˌdräp 

1

: tear entry 3 sense 1a

2

: something shaped like a dropping tear

specifically : a pendent gem (as on an earring)

Examples of teardrop in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But the type of young, adventurous camping enthusiasts limber enough to squeeze themselves into an ultralight teardrop eventually grow up, have a family and sell the teardrop. —New Atlas, 12 July 2024

Fox decked her face out in faux teardrops made of crystals, which seemed to have a hidden meaning about her and MGK's romance. —Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 26 June 2024

Heaving sobs and effervescent teardrops are the result of the exacting labor of artists who must precisely illustrate, iterate on, time, and log their work on a budget. —Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 13 Feb. 2024

Here they are featured in round and teardrop shapes suspended on chains with ancient pieces of Sciacca coral, cameos, a gem set bear, and an octopus. —Carol Woolton, Vogue, 2 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1776, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

teardrop

noun

tear·​drop ˈti(ə)r-ˌdräp 

1

: tear entry 1 sense 1

2

: something (as a pendent gem) shaped like a dropping tear