prostate glands

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prostate glands also prostatic glands: 1. (Annelida: Oligochaeta) In earthworms, atrial glands of unknown function.

2. (Mollusca) An elaboration of the sperm canal that secretes a prostatic solution.

3. (NEMATA: Secernentea) A gland emitting an adhesive secretion at the distal end of the ejaculatory duct.

4. (Platyhelminthes: Turbellaria) The spermiducal glands