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gland1

Syllabification: (gland)
Pronunciation: /gland/
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Definition of gland

noun

  • an organ in the human or animal body that secretes particular chemical substances for use in the body or for discharge into the surroundings.
  • a structure resembling this, especially a lymph node.
  • Botany a secreting cell or group of cells on or within a plant structure.

Origin:

late 17th century: from French glande, alteration of Old French glandre, from Latin glandulae 'throat glands'

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