Did you know? Crocodiles actually do shed tears when eating or hunting -- but not to express emotion. [VID: What are "crocodile tears"? The expression "crocodile tears" refers to insincere sorrow or remorse. The phrase “crocodile tears” stems from the belief that crocodiles shed tears when attacking and eating their victims. Folklore has it that crocs cry to lure their prey, or to express remorse for their violent actions. Crocodiles actually do shed tears when eating or hunting -- but not to ex