Meaning of the word gland in English

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gland

US /ɡlænd/
UK /ɡlænd/
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Noun

1.

an organ in the human or animal body that secretes particular chemical substances for use in the body or for discharge into the surroundings

Example:
The thyroid gland regulates metabolism.
Sweat glands help cool the body.
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