Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Lacrimal Artery.
Lacrimal Artery - as a noun
An artery that originates from the ophthalmic artery and supplies the lacrimal gland and rectal eye muscles and the upper eyelid and the forehead
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arteria lacrimalisExample Sentences
"The lacrimal artery supplies blood to the lacrimal gland in the eye."
"The lacrimal artery is a branch of the ophthalmic artery."
"In some cases, a ruptured lacrimal artery can cause excessive tearing."
"The lacrimal artery is responsible for delivering nutrients and oxygen to the lacrimal sac."
"Blockage in the lacrimal artery can result in dry eye syndrome."
