canthus

/ˈkænθəs/
noun
  1. Either corner of the eye where the upper and lower eyelids meet.
    • She had a small mole near the inner canthus of her left eye.
    • The doctor examined the outer canthus for signs of swelling.
    • Tears often collect at the canthus before spilling over.
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