sebaceous gland


noun
  1. any of the cutaneous glands that secrete oily matter for lubricating hair and skin.

Origin of sebaceous gland

1
First recorded in 1720–30

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Scientific definitions for sebaceous gland

sebaceous gland

[ sĭ-bāshəs ]


  1. Any of the glands that are found in the skin of mammals and secrete sebum into the hair follicles.

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