Exocrine Gland Definition
ĕksə-krĭn, -krēn
noun
A gland, such as a sebaceous gland or sweat gland, that releases its secretions to the body's cavities, organs, or surface through a duct.
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A gland, such as a sebaceous gland or sweat gland, that releases its secretions to the body's cavities, organs, or surface through a duct.
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Synonyms:
- duct gland
- exocrine
other
Mammary gland.
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Salivary gland.
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Sebaceous gland.
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Sweat gland.
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Other Word Forms of Exocrine Gland
Noun
Singular:
exocrine gland
Plural:
exocrine-glands
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