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acinous

Also ac·i·nose

[as-uh-nuhs]

adjective

  1. consisting of acini.



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Word History and Origins

Origin of acinous1

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

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Consisting of acini, or minute granular concretions; as, acinose or acinous glands.

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Thus in a typical acinous gland the cells are restricted to the final alveoli.

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