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Meaning of SEBACEOUS GLAND

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
[n]  a cutaneous gland that secretes sebum (usually into a hair follicle) for lubricating hair and skin
 
 Synonyms: glandulae sebaceae, sebaceous follicle
 
 See Also: hair follicle, integumentary system, Meibomian gland, Montgomery's tubercle, oil gland, tarsal gland

 

 

Medical Dictionary
 
 Definition: A type of gland in the skin that secretes an oily substance that lubricates skin and hair.
 

 

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