PITUITARY GLAND Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the phrase pituitary gland. (exact relations)
There are 3 hypernyms of the phrase pituitary gland. (close relations)

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	hypophysis				nounn
	noun • the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain
	adenohypophysis				nounn
	noun • the anterior lobe of the pituitary body; primarily glandular in nature
	neurohypophysis				nounn
	noun • the posterior lobe of the pituitary body; primarily glandular in nature
	pituitary				noun, adjectiven, adj
	adjective • of or relating to the pituitary gland noun • the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain
	pituitary body				nounn
	noun • the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain

Best Hypernyms For PITUITARY GLAND

Here is a list of related hypernyms for pituitary gland, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

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All synonyms for hypophysis