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Preen gland

Preen gland Meaning & Definition
Preen gland Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Preen gland?

[n] oil-secreting gland situated at the base of the tail in most birds

Synonyms | Synonyms for Preen gland: uropygial gland

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See Also | bird | oil gland

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