"Wolfring's glands" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: Named after Polish ophthalmologist Emilj von Wolfring (1832-1906). Head templates: {{en-noun|p|head=Wolfring's glands}} Wolfring's glands pl (plural only)
  1. Small tubular accessory lacrimal glands found in the lacrimal caruncle of the eyelid, which produce tears to be secreted onto the surface of the conjunctiva. Wikipedia link: Wolfring's glands Tags: plural, plural-only Synonyms: Ciaccio's glands Related terms: Krause's glands

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