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glandular
adjective glan·du·lar \ˈglan-jə-lər\
: of or relating to glands
Full Definition of GLANDULAR
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a : innate, inherent <the almost glandular…instinct for adventure and romance — Newsweek> b : physical, sexual
— glan·du·lar·ly adverb
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First Known Use of GLANDULAR
circa 1740
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glandular
adjective glan·du·lar \ˈglan-jə-lər\
Definition of GLANDULAR for Kids
: of or relating to glands <glandular secretions>
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glandular
adjective glan·du·lar \ˈglan-jə-lər\
Medical Definition of GLANDULAR
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: of, relating to, or involving glands, gland cells, or their products
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: having the characteristics or function of a gland <glandular tissue>
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