Late 17th century. From post-classical Latin punctum lachrymale from classical Latin punctum + post-classical Latin lachrymale, neuter singular of lachrymalis.
Definition of punctum lacrimale in US English:
punctum lacrimale
(also punctum lachrymale)
nounˌpʌŋ(k)təm lakrɪˈmɑːli
Anatomy
The orifice of a lacrimal duct; = "punctum".
Origin
Late 17th century. From post-classical Latin punctum lachrymale from classical Latin punctum + post-classical Latin lachrymale, neuter singular of lachrymalis.