SEBACEOUS


Meaning of SEBACEOUS in English

adj.

Pronunciation: si- ' b ā -sh ə s

Function: adjective

Etymology: Latin sebaceus made of tallow, from sebum tallow

Date: 1728

1 : secreting sebum < sebaceous glands>

2 : of, relating to, or being fatty material : FATTY <a sebaceous exudate>

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