teardrop

American  

[teer-drop] / ˈtɪərˌdrɒp /

noun

1. a tear or something suggesting a tear.

   A single teardrop rolled down her face.

2. something shaped like a drop of a thin liquid, having a globular form at the bottom, tapering to a point at the top.

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Etymology

Origin of teardrop

First recorded in 1790–1800; tear ¹ + drop

Example Sentences

Also here is a 1934 Chrysler Airflow Series CU Sedan, featuring a teardrop design first introduced by aeronautical automobile pioneer Paul Jaray, who designed Zeppelins before turning to automobiles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

But his simple meant exquisite Valencian tomatoes, teardrop in shape, premium Andalusian olive oil and ciabatta bread from the vaunted Horno de Valencia bakery.

From Salon • Sep. 14, 2025

Pairing the gown with a simple diamond necklace and teardrop earrings, Anderson told Deadline about her look.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2024

A hose, attached about halfway up the side of the faintly teardrop shape, ends in a wand-like mouthpiece that can be twist-adjusted to control the amount of vapor being delivered.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2023

The petals opened one by one, each a perfect violet teardrop, and at the center, the flower’s black eye gazed unblinkingly up at Taisin, whose face glowed with the energy unfurling through her.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo