"Harderian gland" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Harderian glands [plural]
Etymology: From Harder + -ian, since first described in 1694 by Swiss anatomist Johann Jacob Harder (1656–1711). Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Harder|ian}} Harder + -ian Head templates: {{en-noun}} Harderian gland (plural Harderian glands)
  1. A gland found within the eye's orbit in vertebrates that possess a nictitating membrane. Wikipedia link: Harderian gland

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