glandular
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glan·du·lar

adjective \ˈglan-jə-lər\

Definition of GLANDULAR

1
a : of, relating to, or involving glands, gland cells, or their products
b : having the characteristics or function of a gland
2
a : innate, inherent <the almost glandular…instinct for adventure and romance — Newsweek>
b : physical, sexual
glan·du·lar·ly adverb

First Known Use of GLANDULAR

circa 1740

glan·du·lar

adjective \ˈglan-jə-lər\   (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of GLANDULAR

1
: of, relating to, or involving glands, gland cells, or their products
2
: having the characteristics or function of a gland <glandular tissue>

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