(transitive) To rend (a solid material) by holding or restraining in two places and pulling apart, whether intentionally or not; to destroy or separate. / (transitive) To injure as if by pulling apart.

A hole or break caused by tearing. / (slang) A rampage.

A drop of clear, salty liquid produced from the eyes by crying or irritation.

(intransitive) To produce tears.

(ditransitive) To pass on knowledge to. / (intransitive, stative) To pass on knowledge generally, especially as one's profession; to act as a teacher.

(informal, usually as a term of address) teacher

A metallic chemical element (symbol Tc) with an atomic number of 43.

(uncountable) The practical aspects of a given art, occupation etc.; formal requirements.

A person who studies or practises technology.

(Britain) An insulating cloth covering, shaped to fit over a teapot to maintain warmth.