1. drops of salty liquid that come from the eyes when crying
Usage: plural form of tear

1. pulls apart or rips something by force
Usage: third person singular present of tear
2. moves very quickly
Usage: third person singular present of tear; informal

Examples

• She wiped the tears from her eyes after watching the sad movie.
• Tears of joy rolled down his face when he graduated.
• He tears the paper into small pieces.
• The fabric tears easily if you pull too hard.
• She tears through her homework every night.
• The car tears down the highway at high speed.
• The dog tears around the yard chasing squirrels.