meibomian gland

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Noun meibomian gland has 1 sense

Meibomian gland, tarsal gland - a long sebaceous gland that lubricates the eyelids; "bacterial infection of a Meibomian gland produces a stye"
--₁ is a kind of sebaceous gland, sebaceous follicle, glandulae sebaceae

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Meibomian Gland

Definition: The meibomian gland is a type of exocrine gland located in the eyelids that produces meibum, an oily substance that lubricates the surface of the eye.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: A type of exocrine gland located in the eyelids.

Example: The meibomian gland plays a crucial role in maintaining the moisture and lubrication of the eyes.

Sense 2:

Noun: The oily substance called meibum produced by the meibomian gland.

Example: Insufficient secretion of meibum from the meibomian gland can lead to dry eyes.

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