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pancreas

🇬🇧 UK/'pæŋkriәs/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

A large gland behind the stomach that produces digestive enzymes and hormones such as insulin.

胰腺

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
panall, every
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=pancreas

Common Collocations

  • 1.pancreatic cancer胰腺癌
  • 2.pancreatic disease胰腺疾病

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The pancreas produces insulin to regulate blood sugar levels in the body.

  • 2.

    Pancreatic diseases can significantly impact a person's digestive health.

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