English Explanatory Dictionary

anal gland

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A small paired sebaceous gland found near the anus in many mammals, secreting a liquid that is used for identification of members within the species.

Word forms

anal gland anal glands

Synonyms

anal sac
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