Gland (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various organs that synthesize substances needed by the body and release it through ducts or directly into the bloodstream.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The pancreas is a gland located behind the stomach that produces hormones to regulate blood sugar levels.
- The thyroid gland plays a crucial role in controlling growth and development by producing hormones that regulate metabolism.
- The liver is considered a gland as it produces bile to aid digestion and release it through the bile duct.
- In males, the testes are endocrine glands that produce testosterone, a hormone essential for development and reproduction.
- The adrenal gland is responsible for producing hormones that help regulate blood pressure and respond to stress in the body.