glandulous
Definition
- Adjective:
- Relating to or containing glands: "glandulous" describes something that pertains to or is composed of glands, which are organs that secrete substances.
- Having glands: Refers to structures or tissues that possess glands.
Usage Examples
- (Tissue that contains glands responsible for sweating.)
- (Organs with glandular structure that control bodily functions.)
- (Hairs on a plant that contain glands for secretion.)
Advanced Usage
"glandulous epithelium": a type of tissue that lines organs and contains gland cells.
- The glandulous epithelium of the stomach secretes digestive enzymes. (The lining of the stomach that produces digestive juices.)
"glandulous structure": the anatomical arrangement of glands within an organism.
- The glandulous structure of the endocrine system includes the pituitary and adrenal glands. (The gland-based organization of hormone-producing organs.)
Variants and Related Words
Glandular (adj): a more common synonym for "glandulous," meaning relating to or affecting glands.
- Glandular fever is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. (A disease affecting the lymph nodes and glands.)
Gland (n): an organ that produces and releases substances.
- The salivary gland helps in digestion. (An organ that secretes saliva.)
Glandulousness (n): the quality or state of being glandulous.
- The glandulousness of the tissue was evident under the microscope. (The presence of many glands in the tissue.)
Synonyms
- Glandular: relating to glands or having gland-like characteristics.
- Secretory: relating to the process of secretion, often by glands.
- Adenoid (rare): resembling or relating to a gland.
Related Idioms
- There are no common idioms directly using "glandulous," as it is a technical term primarily used in anatomy and biology.