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Uropygial
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What's The Definition Of Uropygial?Synonyms | Synonyms for Uropygial: Related Terms | Find terms related to Uropygial: See Also | Uropygial In Webster's Dictionary \U`ro*pyg"i*al\, a. [See {Uropygium}.] (Anat.)
Of or pertaining to the uropygium, or prominence at the base
of the tail feathers, in birds.
{Uropygial gland}, a peculiar sebaceous gland at the base of
the tail feathers in most birds. It secretes an oily fluid
which is spread over the feathers by preening.
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