Pituitary meaning

What does “pituitary” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“pituitary” is a noun and adjective with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain.

pituitary

noun

  1. the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain

adjective

  1. of or relating to the pituitary gland

    “pituitary hormone”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University