Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Salivary Gland.
Salivary Gland - as a noun
Any of three pairs of glands in the mouth and digestive system that secrete saliva for digestion
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
duct glandexocrineexocrine glandHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The salivary gland produces saliva, which helps in the digestion of food."
"Infections can cause swelling and discomfort in the salivary gland."
"There are three major pairs of salivary glands in the human body."
"Blockage of the salivary gland can result in the formation of a salivary stone."
"The salivary gland secretes enzymes that begin the process of digestion."
