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scent gland
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scent gland
n.
A specialized apocrine gland found in many mammals that produces a strong-smelling substance.
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The tongue has taste buds which can detect sour, bitter sweet and salt, but the delicate flavourings that make up the sophisticated palate are provided by the scent organs high up in the nose.
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