thyroid

/ˌθaɪˈrɔɪd/
/ˈθaɪrɔɪd/
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Other forms: thyroids

Definitions of thyroid
  1. noun
    (anatomy) a gland at the base of the neck that produces hormones that regulate metabolism, growth, and other bodily functions
    synonyms: thyroid gland
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    type of:
    ductless gland, endocrine, endocrine gland
    any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream
  2. adjective
    relating to or being near the large gland at the base of the neck that secretes hormones to control growth, metabolism, and other bodily functions
    “thyroid deficiency”
    synonyms: thyroidal
Pronunciation
US
/ˌθaɪˈrɔɪd/
UK
/ˈθaɪrɔɪd/
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