Sebaceous

Pronunciation: /sɪˈbeɪʃəs/

Definitions of sebaceous

adjective relating to or denoting glands that secrete sebum, an oily substance that lubricates the skin and hair

Example Sentences

A1 I have sebaceous glands on my face that produce oil.

A2 Sebaceous cysts can develop when the glands become blocked.

B1 Proper skincare can help regulate sebaceous gland activity.

B2 Sebaceous hyperplasia is a common condition that causes enlarged oil glands.

C1 Dermatologists can provide treatments for sebaceous gland disorders.

C2 Understanding the function of sebaceous glands is important for skincare professionals.

Examples of sebaceous in a Sentence

formal The sebaceous glands in the skin produce sebum, an oily substance that helps keep the skin moisturized.

informal I have oily skin because my sebaceous glands produce too much sebum.

slang My face gets so greasy because my sebaceous glands are overactive.

figurative His sebaceous personality oozed confidence and charisma.

Grammatical Forms of sebaceous

• past tense: sebaceoused
• plural: sebaceouses
• comparative: more sebaceous
• superlative: most sebaceous
• present tense: sebaceous
• future tense: will be sebaceous
• perfect tense: have been sebaceous
• continuous tense: is being sebaceous
• singular: sebaceous
• positive degree: sebaceous
• infinitive: to sebaceous
• gerund: sebaceousing
• participle: sebaceoused

Origin and Evolution of sebaceous

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'sebaceous' originated from the Latin word 'sebaceus' which comes from 'sebum' meaning 'tallow' or 'grease'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe glands that secrete oily or waxy substances, the term 'sebaceous' has evolved to encompass anything related to or resembling sebum or its functions in the body.