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sebaceous

/sɪˈbeɪ.ʃəs/

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adjective

/sɪˈbeɪ.ʃəs/C2formalmedical
  • ruОтносящийся к секреции кожного сала или выделяющий его, маслянистое вещество, вырабатываемое железами кожи.

Relating to or secreting sebum, the oily substance produced by glands in the skin.

  1. Oily or greasyC1formalmedical

    Containing or secreting an unusual amount of oil or grease, typically referring to skin glands.

    ruСальный

    • The sebaceous glands produce oil to keep the skin moisturized.
    • He has a sebaceous skin type that is prone to acne.
    • The doctor examined the sebaceous cyst on her back.

    Synonymsfattygreasyoilyoleaginousunctuous

    Antonymsdry

Forms
  • more sebaceous comparative form
  • most sebaceous superlative form