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Gland

/ˈɡlænd/

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gland

Any of various organs that synthesize substances needed by the body and release it through ducts or directly into the bloodstream.

Synonyms: secretory organ, secretor, secreter

ser-en-DIP-i-tee

PET-ri-kor

PUL-kri-tood

ahn-WEE

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