Put a hole in (4)

I believe the answer is:

tear

(Other definitions for tear that I've seen before include "Rip - drop from eye" , "'A rip, binge or drop of saline solution (4)'" , "Droplet from the eye" , "Rip - eye moisture" , "Rend; travel in haste" .)

I've seen this clue in the Penny Press.

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