#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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