parotid gland parotid gland /pəˈrɒtɪd ɡlænd/

noun

1. A large salivary gland that produces 50% of daytime saliva; in human beings it is located in front of and below each ear  ( parotid gland )
   a large salivary gland that produces 50% of daytime saliva; in human beings it is located in front of and below each ear
    The doctor explained the function of the parotid gland in saliva production.
   The doctor explained the function of the parotid gland in saliva production.