English Explanatory Dictionary

thyroglossal duct

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An embryonic anatomical structure which connects the initial area of development of the thyroid gland to its final position

Word forms

thyroglossal duct thyroglossal ducts

Etymology

Calque of New Latin ductus thyroglossalis

Synonyms

thyrolingual duct ductus thyroglossus
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