English Explanatory Dictionary

pituitary body

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The controlling gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain.

Word forms

pituitary body pituitary bodies

Synonyms

hypophysis pituitary gland master gland
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