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sebaceous gland

se·ba·ceous gland (plural se·ba·ceous glands)


noun 
Definition:
 
gland secreting sebum: a gland that secretes sebum into hair follicles to lubricate the hair and skin. Sebaceous glands are found all over the human body except for the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet.

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