Noun: submaxillary gland
- A salivary gland located inside the lower jaw on either side that produces saliva, discharged under the tongue
"The dentist examined the patient's submaxillary glands for any abnormalities";
- submaxillary salivary gland, submandibular gland, submandibular salivary gland, mandibular gland
Derived forms: submaxillary glands
Type of: salivary gland
Encyclopedia: Submaxillary gland