gland

Definition

  • noun: an organ in the body that makes a substance (such as saliva, sweat, or bile) which is used by the body
  • noun: a specialized cell, group of cells, or organ of endothelial origin that selectively removes materials from the blood, concentrates or alters them, and secretes them for further use in the body or for elimination from the body
  • synonyms: kernel, glandule, prostrate

Examples

  • the pituitary 'gland'

  • sweat 'glands'

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Hi. I was, uh, wondering if you guys are hiring? Hi. Great. Shit. - You know about anal glands? - What? - Squeeze. - Eww. - Oh, you get used to it. Grab yourself an apron. - We got all sizes. (..)
    2005 In Her Shoes