islets of Langerhans

Definitions of islets of Langerhans
  1. noun
    cell clusters in the pancreas that form the endocrine part of that organ; secrete insulin and other hormones
    synonyms: islands of Langerhans, isles of Langerhans
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    type of:
    ductless gland, endocrine, endocrine gland
    any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream
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