GLAND
What does "GLAND" mean?
An organ that makes and releases a substance such as a hormone, sweat, or saliva.
Meanings
- An organ in the body that synthesizes and secretes substances for use elsewhere or for removal. The thyroid is a gland in the neck that regulates metabolism.
- A secretory structure in a plant, such as one producing nectar or oil. Tiny glands on the leaf surface gave the herb its scent. technical
- A sleeve or device used to seal a joint around a moving rod or shaft, in engineering. He tightened the gland to stop the pump from leaking. technical
Did you know?
- The word 'gland' comes from the Latin 'glans', meaning 'acorn' - early anatomists named these organs for their small, rounded, nut-like shape.
Word origin
From Latin 'glans' (genitive 'glandis') meaning 'acorn', via French 'glande'; many glands were named for their rounded, acorn-like shape.
Remember it
GLAND hides 'land' - think of glands as the little landmarks dotted across the body's map.
A little poem
Quiet as an acorn under skin,
it tips the body's weather from within.
couplet
What it teaches
The smallest organs set the body's mood; influence rarely matches size.
Quick facts
What does GLAND mean?
An organ that makes and releases a substance such as a hormone, sweat, or saliva.
Is GLAND a valid word?
Yes — GLAND is one of the answer words in Wordul, the daily word game.
How many letters is GLAND?
GLAND has 5 letters and 1 syllable.
Where does GLAND come from?
From Latin 'glans' (genitive 'glandis') meaning 'acorn', via French 'glande'; many glands were named for their rounded, acorn-like shape.
What can GLAND teach us?
The smallest organs set the body's mood; influence rarely matches size.
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