MANDIBULAR GLAND
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Mandibular Gland.
Mandibular Gland - as a noun
A salivary gland inside the lower jaw on either side that produces most of the nocturnal saliva; discharges saliva into the mouth under the tongue
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
submandibular glandsubmandibular salivary glandsubmaxillary glandsubmaxillary salivary glandExample Sentences
"The mandibular gland secretes saliva into the mouth."
"The infection in the mandibular gland caused swelling and pain."
"The mandibular gland is located beneath the lower jaw."
"The mandibular gland plays a role in the digestion of food."
"The mandibular gland can become blocked, leading to salivary gland stones."
