Bartholin's gland
noun
ˈbär-tᵊl-ənz-
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Definition of Bartholin's gland
: either of two oval racemose glands lying one to each side of the lower part of the vagina and secreting a lubricating mucus — compare cowper's gland
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Bartholin's gland
noun
ˌbär-thə-lənz-
\
Medical Definition of Bartholin's gland
: either of two oval racemose glands lying one to each side of the lower part of the vagina and secreting a lubricating mucus
— called also
gland of Bartholin, greater vestibular gland
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