sebaceous
Americanadjective
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pertaining to, of the nature of, or resembling tallow or fat; fatty; greasy.
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secreting a fatty substance.
adjective
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of or resembling sebum, fat, or tallow; fatty
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secreting fat or a greasy lubricating substance
Etymology
Origin of sebaceous
From the New Latin word sēbāceus, dating back to 1720–30. See sebum, -aceous
Example Sentences
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Sebaceous glands can usually be found in hair-covered areas where they are connected to hair follicles to deposit sebum on the hairs, and bring it to the skin surface along the hair shaft.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015
Sebaceous glands are involved in skin problems such as acne and keratosis pilaris.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015
Figure 4.11 Sebaceous Glands These glands secrete oils that lubricate and protect the skin.
From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013
Sebaceous glands coat the skin with a waxy, protective substance called vernix caseosa that protects and moisturizes the skin and may provide lubrication during childbirth.
From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013
Sebaceous: fatty or oily; applied to glands secreting such substances.
From Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology by Smith, John. B.
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