gland

UK
/ɡlænd/
US
/ɡlænd/

Переводы

glandсуществительное
glands
множ.
UK
/ɡlænd/
US
/ɡlænd/
The thyroid gland regulates metabolism.
Щитовидная железа регулирует обмен веществ.
Дополнительные переводы
Синонимы
secretory organ
endocrine gland
exocrine gland
glandприлагательное
UK
/ɡlænd/
US
/ɡlænd/
Attributive use of the noun ‘gland’ in compound or modifier positions (e.g., gland seal, gland packing).

Определения

glandсуществительное
An organ in the body that secretes particular chemical substances for use in the body or for discharge into the surroundings.
The thyroid gland plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism.
A structure resembling a gland in form or function, especially one that secretes a particular substance.
The plant has a gland at the base of each leaf that secretes nectar.
A mechanical device, such as a sleeve or collar, that compresses packing around a shaft, rod, or cable to provide a seal or to prevent leakage.
The mechanic tightened the cable gland to ensure a watertight seal.
glandприлагательное
Relating to or associated with a gland or glands (used attributively).
Gland secretions can attract certain insects.