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Noun oil gland has 1 sense
  1. oil gland - a gland that secretes oil
    --1 is a kind of     exocrine gland, duct gland
    --1 has particulars:
     uropygial gland, preen gland; sebaceous gland, sebaceous follicle, glandulae sebaceae

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Oil Gland

Description:

An oil gland refers to a small, specialized organ in the body of humans and animals that secretes oily substances. These glands play a crucial role in maintaining healthy skin and hair by producing oil known as sebum.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The oil glands on the face can sometimes become overactive, leading to oily skin.
  2. Sebaceous oil glands help protect the skin by forming a natural barrier against harmful bacteria.
  3. When your oil glands produce excessive sebum, it can result in clogged pores and acne breakouts.

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