thyroid gland

/ˌθaɪˈrɔɪd glænd/
/ˈθaɪrɔɪd glænd/
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Other forms: thyroid glands

Definitions of thyroid gland
  1. noun
    (anatomy) a gland at the base of the neck that produces hormones that regulate metabolism, growth, and other bodily functions
    synonyms: thyroid
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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
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