I. noun
or lach·ry·ma·tory ˈlakrəməˌtōrē, -tȯr-, -ri
( -es )
Etymology: probably from Medieval Latin lachrymatorium, from neuter of lachrymatorius, adjective, lacrimatory
: a vase found in ancient Roman tombs and formerly regarded as meant for the tears of mourners but now believed to have been a perfume bottle — called also tear bottle
II.
or lachrymatory “
Etymology: Medieval Latin & Late Latin; Medieval Latin lachrymatorius, from Late Latin lacrimatorius, from Latin lacrimatus (past participle of lacrimare to shed tears, weep, from lacrima tear) + -orius -ory — more at tear (of the eye)
1. : of, relating to, or prompting tears
2. : meant to contain tears