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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

mammary

/ˈmæmri/ noun · British & US
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What does mammary mean?

noun

A mammary gland is a type of exocrine gland in female mammals that produces milk for feeding their young. In humans, the mammary glands are located in the breasts.

Example

"The mammary glands in the female rabbit are highly developed to produce milk for her kits."

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