oil gland

noun

plural oil glands

: a gland (as of the skin) that produces an oily secretion: such as

a

: sebaceous gland

b

: uropygial gland

Examples of oil gland in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

What Is Demodex Blepharitis? Demodex blepharitis is caused by microscopic mites called Demodex that live in the hair follicles and oil glands of our eyelids. —Julie Loffredi, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025

Isotretinoin shrinks the oil glands and thins the epidermal barrier, which could cause dryness of the skin, lips and nose. —Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2025

Some of her go-to treatments include: IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) and Radiofrequency Therapy to stimulate oil gland function and reduce inflammation. —Julie Loffredi, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025

Androgens are hormones that stimulate the oil glands and hair follicles in the skin, which can lead to acne.11 Dietary changes: Some research suggests that reducing sugar and dairy may help reduce acne. —Laura Schober, Health, 22 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1825, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for oil gland

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Kids Definition

oil gland

noun

: a gland (as of the skin) that gives off an oily substance

Medical Definition

oil gland

noun

: a gland (as of the skin) that produces an oily secretion

specifically : sebaceous gland