mammary gland
Definition
- Noun:
- A milk-secreting organ of female mammals: The
mammary glandis an exocrine gland present in female mammals, responsible for producing and secreting milk to nourish their young.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The development of the
mammary glandis stimulated by hormones during pregnancy. - Lactation is the process of milk secretion from the
mammary gland.
Advanced Usage
- In biological and medical contexts: The term is used precisely to describe the anatomical structure, its physiology, and associated conditions.
- The study focused on the cellular regeneration of the
mammary gland. - Cancer originating in the
mammary glandis a major health concern.
Variants and Related Words
- Mammary (adj): Pertaining to the breast or .
- Mammary tissue is sensitive to hormonal changes.
- Udder (n): The large, pendulous of cows, goats, and other animals, consisting of multiple glands.
- The farmer checked the cow's udder for signs of infection.
Synonyms
- Breast (in humans, context-dependent): Often used informally to refer to the external structure containing the .
- Lactiferous gland: A more technical synonym emphasizing its milk-producing function.
Related Phrases and Terms
- Mammary duct: The tube that carries milk from the glandular tissue to the nipple.
- Mammary papilla: The technical term for the nipple.
Noun
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milk-secreting organ of female mammals
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