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gland noun

  /ɡlænd/
  • (zoology) A specialized cell, group of cells, or organ of endothelial origin in the human or animal body that synthesizes a chemical substance, such as hormones or breast milk, and releases it, often into the bloodstream (endocrine gland) or into cavities inside the body or its outer surface (exocrine gland).
Drüse, Stinkdrüse
  • (botany) A secretory structure on the surface of an organ.
Drüse

glans noun

  /ɡlænz/
  • (anatomy) A structure at the extremity of the penis and of the clitoris in humans and other mammals.
  • The acorn or mast of the oak and similar fruits.
Eichel
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