Bartholin's gland

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Etymology

First described by the Danish anatomist Caspar Bartholin the Younger (1655–1738).

Noun

Bartholin's gland (plural Bartholin's glands)

  1. (anatomy) Either of two small glands located on either side of the vaginal orifice that secrete a lubricating mucus.

Synonyms

  • Bartholin gland
  • greater vestibular gland

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