Noun

1. The process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds)
2. A drop of the clear salty saline solution secreted by the lacrimal glands
3. An opening made forcibly as by pulling apart
4. An occasion for excessive eating or drinking
5. The act of tearing

Verb

1. Separate or cause to separate abruptly
2. To separate or be separated by force
3. Move quickly and violently
4. Strip of feathers
5. Fill with tears or shed tears