digestive gland (Meaning)

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digestive gland (n)

any gland having ducts that pour secretions into the digestive tract

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The digestive gland secretes enzymes that aid in the breakdown of food in the stomach.
In insects, the salivary glands serve as a digestive gland, producing enzymes for pre-digestion.
The pancreas functions as both an endocrine and a digestive gland, releasing insulin and digestive enzymes.
Bile, produced by the liver, is essential for fat digestion in the digestive gland.
The gastric digestive gland in ruminants plays a crucial role in breaking down cellulose from plant material.
The digestive glandular tissue in the small intestine facilitates the absorption of nutrients.
The digestive gland of cephalopods, like octopuses, is highly developed and aids in efficient food digestion.
The gallbladder stores bile produced by the digestive gland until it is needed for digestion.
Diseases affecting the digestive gland can impact the proper functioning of the digestive system.
The human body's digestive glands work synergistically to ensure the efficient breakdown and absorption of nutrients.

any gland having ducts that pour secretions into the digestive tract

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The digestive gland secretes enzymes that aid in the breakdown of food in the stomach.

In insects, the salivary glands serve as a digestive gland, producing enzymes for pre-digestion.

The pancreas functions as both an endocrine and a digestive gland, releasing insulin and digestive enzymes.

Bile, produced by the liver, is essential for fat digestion in the digestive gland.