|
  • Search Results
  • Advanced Search
  • List Builder
  • Random Word

pituitary gland

DEFINITIONS OF: pituitary gland

1

n the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain

Synonyms:
hypophysis, pituitary, pituitary body
Type of:
ductless gland, endocrine, endocrine gland
any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream
Launch
WORD FAMILY
USAGE EXAMPLES