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sebum

/ˈsiː.bəm/

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noun

/ˈsiː.bəm/C1formalmedical
  • ruМаслянистое вещество, выделяемое сальными железами, которое вместе с потом помогает увлажнять и защищать кожу.

An oily substance secreted by the sebaceous glands that, together with perspiration, helps to moisturize and protect the skin.

uncountable

  1. Skin oilB2formalmedical

    An oily, waxy substance produced by the sebaceous glands in the skin, which helps moisturize and protect the skin and hair.

    ruКожное сало

    • Excess sebum can lead to clogged pores and acne.
    • The sebaceous glands secrete sebum to keep the skin supple.
    • Sebum, combined with sweat, forms a protective film on the skin.
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  • sebums' possessive plural form
  • sebum's possessive singular form