Definition of endocrine gland
: a gland (such as the thyroid or the pituitary) that produces an endocrine secretion — called also
ductless gland
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First Known Use of endocrine gland
1914
ENDOCRINE GLAND Defined for Kids
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Definition of endocrine gland for Students
: any of several glands (as the thyroid or pituitary gland) that release hormones directly into the blood
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endocrine gland
medical Definition of endocrine gland
: a gland (as the thyroid or the pituitary) that produces an endocrine secretion — called also
ductless gland, gland of internal secretion
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