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1. (n.) pituitary gland
a small, somewhat cherry-shaped double-lobed structure attached to the base of the brain, constituting the master endocrine gland affecting all hormonal functions of the body.
Etymology: (1605–15)
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1. (noun) pituitary, pituitary gland, pituitary body, hypophysis
the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain
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1. pituitary gland
A small, unpaired gland situated in the SELLA TURCICA. It is connected to the HYPOTHALAMUS by a short stalk.
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