"thymus gland" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: thymus glands [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} thymus gland (plural thymus glands)
  1. (anatomy, immunology) A ductless gland, consisting mainly of lymphatic tissue, located behind the top of the breastbone. It is most active during puberty, after which it shrinks in size. It plays an important role in the development of the immune system and produces lymphocytes. Categories (topical): Anatomy, Immunology
    Sense id: en-thymus_gland-en-noun-IKnulh77 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: anatomy, immunology, medicine, sciences

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