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Term: Acinar

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A small sac or cavity, especially one of the small cavities lined with secretory cells found in glandular organs.

Example Sentence: The acinar cells in the pancreas produce digestive enzymes.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling an acinus (small sac or cavity).

Example Sentence: The acinar structure of the lung facilitates efficient gas exchange.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In a manner pertaining to acini (small sac or cavity).

Example Sentence: The secretory glands in the digestive system function acinarly.

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