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(anatomy) Any of several exocrine glands that produce saliva to break down carbohydrates in food enzymatically.

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salivary gland

Source Word

salivary gland

(anatomy) Any of several exocrine glands that produce saliva to break down carbohydrates in food enzymatically.

Japanese Meaning

唾液を生成し、食物中の炭水化物を分解するための酵素を分泌する外分泌腺である唾液腺

The biopsy showed inflammation of the salivary gland, which explained her chronic dry mouth.

生検で唾液腺の炎症が明らかになり、彼女の慢性的な口の渇きの原因が説明されました。

Sense（1）

(anatomy) Any of several exocrine glands that produce saliva to break down carbohydrates in food enzymatically.

salivary glands

（ plural ）