adenohypophyseal
|ad-e-no-hy-po-phy-se-al|
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/ˌædɪnoʊˌhaɪˈpɒfɪsiəl/
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/ˌædɪnəʊˌhaɪˈpɒfɪsiəl/
relating to the anterior pituitary
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adenohypophyseal' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'adeno-' meaning 'gland' and 'hypophysis' meaning 'under growth' or 'pituitary gland'.
Historical Evolution
'adenohypophyseal' changed from the Greek word 'hypophysis' and eventually became the modern English word 'adenohypophyseal'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'relating to the gland under the brain', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland.
The adenohypophyseal hormones play a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/06 01:21