acinous

[ as-uh-nuhs ]

adjective

consisting of acini.

Origin of acinous

¹

From the Latin word acinōsus, dating back to 1870–75. See acinus, -ous

Also ac·i·nose [as-uh-nohs]. /ˈæs əˌnoʊs/.

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How to use acinous in a sentence

In structure the gland is usually acinous, resembling the salivary glands.
The Anatomy of the Human Peritoneum and Abdominal Cavity | George. S. Huntington
Each is a simple acinous gland embedded in the body and lined with cells which secrete the saliva.
The Flea | Harold Russell

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