lacrimal punctum


lac·ri·mal punc·tum

[TA] the minute circular opening of the lacrimal canaliculus, on the margin of each eyelid near the medial commissure. Synonym(s): punctum lacrimale [TA], lacrimal opening

lac·ri·mal punc·tum

(lak'ri-măl pŭngk'tŭm) [TA] The minute circular opening of the lacrimal canaliculus, on the margin of each eyelid near the medial commissure.

lacrimal punctum

A small, round or oval, opening of the lacrimal canaliculus (duct) on the margin of each eyelid near the inner canthus and situated in the middle of a small elevation the lacrimal papilla. A lacrimal punctum is normally visible only if the lid is everted. Plural: lacrimal puncta. Syn. lacrimal point.