| NOUN | body | islets of Langerhans, islands of Langerhans, isles of Langerhans | cell clusters in the pancreas that form the endocrine part of that organ |
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| Meaning | cell clusters in the pancreas that form the endocrine part of that organ; secrete insulin and other hormones. | |
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| Synonyms | islands of Langerhans, isles of Langerhans | |
| Part of | pancreas | A large elongated exocrine gland located behind the stomach |
| Broader | endocrine gland, endocrine, ductless gland | Any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream |
| Catalan | Illots de Langerhans | |
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