Meaning of the word "sebaceous gland" in English
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sebaceous gland
US /sɪˈbeɪʃəs ˌɡlænd/
UK /sɪˈbeɪ.ʃəs ɡlænd/
Noun
a small gland in the skin which secretes a lubricating oily matter (sebum) into the hair follicles to lubricate the skin and hair
Example:
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Overactive sebaceous glands can lead to oily skin and acne.
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Each hair follicle is associated with one or more sebaceous glands.
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