Palu´dicole, a. Marsh-inhabiting.

Pan´creas, n. A lobulated gland near the stomach, the secretion of which poured into the duodenum aids digestion by making an emulsion of fat.

Pancreat´ic, a. Pertaining to the pancreas; as, pancreatic fluid.

Papil´la, n. Small fleshy nipple-like prominence.

Pap´illate, Pap´illose, a. Having papillæ.

Pap´ulæ, n. pl. Pimples.

Pap´ulous, a. Pimply.

Paradac´tylum, n. Side of the toes, in any way distinguished from top or sole. (119.) (Little used.)

Paragnath´ous, a. Having both mandibles of equal length, their tips meeting.

Parapoph´ysis, n. Certain lateral process of a vertebra.