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duct Definition


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duct
noun
    1. anatomy.
      Any tube in the body, especially one for carrying glandular secretions away from a gland.
      Example: tear duct
    2. In a building: a casing or shaft that accommodates pipes or electrical cables, or a tube used for ventilation and air-conditioning.
Etymology: 17c: from Latin ducere, ductum to lead.



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