NCIt definition : Paired, almond-shaped exocrine glands situated superior and posterior to each orbit
of the eye that produce and secrete the watery serous component of tears.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A gland that secretes tears. The lacrimal glands are found in the upper,
outer part of each eye socket.; CDISC: The exocrine glands that produce the watery serous component of tears.; UBERON: The lacrimal glands are paired almond-shaped glands, located in or near the
orbital region, that secrete the aqueous layer of the tear film.;