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Meaning of 'pituitary' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Pituitary [ a.]
- Secreting mucus or phlegm; as, the pituitary membrane, or the mucous membrane which lines the nasal cavities.
- Of or pertaining to the pituitary body; as, the pituitary fossa.

Meaning of 'pituitary' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . pituitary [ a]
Meaning (1):
- of or relating to the pituitary gland
Example in sentence:
  • pituitary hormone

Nearby Words:

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  • Pituitary gland
    Pituitary gland, which is the major component of the endocrine system, or “master gland” which secretes hormones that control growth and

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