teardrop
noun
tear·drop
ˈtir-ˌdräp 
2
: something shaped like a dropping tear
specifically
: a pendent gem (as on an earring)
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An iconic example of this is the hand ax, which is a core that’s been flaked into a teardrop shape.
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The domed teardrop shape mimics that of a makeup sponge, allowing for streak-free results.
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Miriam Quick, New York Times, 15 May 2025
The teardrop shape of the pear-cut diamond adds a touch of uniqueness for someone whose tastes are a little less traditional.
—Jené Luciani Sena
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 17 May 2025
An iconic example of this is the hand ax, which is a core that’s been flaked into a teardrop shape.
—John K. Murray, The Conversation, 7 May 2025
The domed teardrop shape mimics that of a makeup sponge, allowing for streak-free results.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2025
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“Teardrop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teardrop. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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teardrop
noun
tear·drop
ˈti(ə)r-ˌdräp
2
: something (as a pendent gem) shaped like a dropping tear
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