tear

  1. Verb.  (transitive) To rend (a solid material) by holding or restraining in two places and pulling apart, whether intentionally or not; to destroy or separate.
  2. Verb.  (transitive, with '''off''' or '''out''') To remove by tearing.
  3. Verb.  (transitive, of structures) to demolish.
  4. Verb.  (intransitive) To become torn, especially accidentally.
  5. Verb.  (intransitive) To move at excessive speed.
  6. Noun.  A hole or break caused by tearing.
  7. Noun.  A drop of clear, salty liquid produced from the eyes by crying or irritation.
  8. Verb.  (intransitive) To produce tears.

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