noun
- an organ in the body that produces and releases substances such as hormones or other chemicals
Usage: anatomy; biology
Examples
- The thyroid gland regulates metabolism.
- Sweat glands help cool the body.
- The doctor examined the swollen glands in her neck.
- Salivary glands produce saliva to help digest food.
- The adrenal glands release stress hormones.
- Oil glands in the skin can become clogged and cause acne.