Uberon definition : The parotid gland is the largest of the salivary glands. It is found wrapped around
the mandibular ramus, and it secretes saliva through Stensen's duct into the oral
cavity, to facilitate mastication and swallowing. [WP,unvetted].;
Uberon synonym : parotid;
Uberon Homology note : The most common oral glands in mammals are the salivary glands. There are usually
three primary pairs of salivary glands, named for their approximate positions: mandibular
(submandibular or submaxillary), sublingual, and parotid.[well established][VHOG];
The parotid gland is the largest of the salivary glands. It is found wrapped around
the mandibular ramus, and it secretes saliva through Stensen's duct into the oral
cavity, to facilitate mastication and swallowing. [WP,unvetted].