Glans (?) n.; pl. Glandes (#). [L. See Gland.]

1. Anat.

The vascular body which forms the apex of the penis, and the extremity of the clitoris.

2. Bot.

The acorn or mast of the oak and similar fruits.

Gray.

3. Med. (a)

Goiter.

(b)

A pessary.

[Obs.]

 

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