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sweat gland

 

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Noun sweat gland has 1 sense
  1. sweat gland, sudoriferous gland - any of the glands in the skin that secrete perspiration
    --1 is a kind of exocrine gland, duct gland
    --1 is a part of skin, tegument, cutis
    --1 has particulars: apocrine gland; eccrine gland

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Sweat Gland

Description:

A sweat gland refers to a small glandular organ found in the skin of mammals that helps produce and excrete sweat. Sweat glands play a crucial role in maintaining body temperature and regulating fluid balance in the body. They are distributed throughout the body, with a higher concentration in certain areas such as the underarms, palms, and soles of the feet.

Sample sentences:

Noun:

1. The sweat glands in the armpits produce most of the body's odor.

2. Sweat glands help the body cool down during physical activities.

Adjective:

1. Overactive sweat glands can lead to excessive sweating, also known as hyperhidrosis.

2. Dermatologists can provide treatments to control sweat gland-related conditions.

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