glandule
Definition
Noun: - A small gland: "glandule" refers to a small, often simple glandular structure, typically found in animals or plants, that secretes substances such as hormones, enzymes, or other fluids. It is a diminutive form of "gland."
Usage Examples
- (A small glandular structure in a plant.)
- (A small gland observed in biological tissue.)
- (Small glands within the body.)
Advanced Usage
"glandular glandule": a redundant but occasionally used term in older medical texts to emphasize the secretory nature of the structure.
- The pathologist noted a glandular glandule in the biopsy sample. (A small gland with typical secretory cells.)
"glandule of the skin": in dermatology, refers to small sweat or sebaceous glands.
- The glandule of the skin becomes inflamed in acne. (A small skin gland.)
Variants and Related Words
Gland (n): a more common term for any organ that produces and releases substances.
- The salivary gland produces saliva. (A larger secretory organ.)
Glandular (adj): relating to or affecting a gland.
- Glandular fever is caused by the Epstein–Barr virus. (Fever related to gland inflammation.)
Glanduliferous (adj): bearing or producing glands.
- The glanduliferous leaves of the sundew plant trap insects. (Leaves that have small glands.)
Synonyms
- Glandlet: a very small gland (rare synonym).
- Microgland: a microscopic glandular structure.
- Adenule: a medical term for a small gland (from Greek meaning gland).
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