#salivary_gland  any of three pairs of glands in the mouth and digestive system that secrete saliva for digestion
  supertype:  #exocrine_gland__duct_gland  a gland that secretes externally through a duct
  subtype:  #parotid_gland  #sublingual_gland  #submaxillary_gland
  part of:  #oral_cavity  #digestive_system
  part:  #saliva__spit__spittle  a clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth; moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of starches

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