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Synonyms for Tear (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart):
rent, rip, snag, split

WordNet sense 2 (a drop of the clear salty saline solution secreted by the lacrimal glands):
teardrop

WordNet sense 3 (move quickly and violently):
charge, shoot

WordNet sense 4 (separate or cause to separate abruptly):
bust, rupture, snap

WordNet sense 5 (strip of feathers):
pluck, pull, deplumate, deplume, displume

WordNet sense 6 (an occasion for excessive eating or drinking):
binge, bout


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