pancreas
nounUK /ˈpæŋ.kri.əs/
US /ˈpæŋ.kri.əs/
A body part near your stomach that helps you digest food and control your blood sugar.
The doctor said my pancreas is working well and keeping my blood sugar normal.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. An organ that makes enzymes to break down fats and proteins in the small intestine.
The pancreas releases enzymes that help break down the fat in your food.
3. A gland that produces insulin and glucagon to manage blood sugar levels.
When the pancreas does not make enough insulin, a person may get diabetes.
4. In cooking, the pancreas of an animal used as food, often called sweetbread.
The chef prepared a dish using the pancreas of a calf, known as sweetbread.