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Multi-word Results
adrenal gland |
either of two small glands of different shapes, located above the kidneys, that secrete adrenaline and various steroid hormones. |
ductless gland |
see "endocrine." |
pineal gland |
a gland at the base of the brain that produces melatonin and regulates certain biological rhythms as well as other important functions. |
pituitary gland |
see "pituitary." |
prostate gland |
the muscular gland that surrounds the urethra at the base of the bladder in male mammals, and that secretes a fluid discharge for sperm. |
sweat gland |
any of numerous tiny tubular glands located near the surface of the skin, that secrete sweat. |
thyroid gland |
a two-lobed endocrine gland that is located on both sides of the trachea, with a slender connecting tissue, and that produces secretions that control growth and metabolism. |
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