Meaning Of The Word Uropygial gland

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uropygial gland in American English
a large gland located at the base of the tail in most birds, that secretes an oil used in preening
noun: a gland opening on the back at the base of the tail in most birds that secretes an oily fluid used by the bird in preening its feathers

uropygial gland in British English
noun: a gland, situated at the base of the tail in most birds, that secretes oil used in preening

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