pituitary

¹pi·tu·i·tary

adj \pə-ˈtü-ə-ˌter-ē, -ˈtyü-\

Definition of PITUITARY

1

: of or relating to the pituitary gland

2

: caused or characterized by secretory disturbances of the pituitary gland <pituitary dwarfism>

Origin of PITUITARY

Latin pituita phlegm; from the former belief that the pituitary gland secreted phlegm — more at pip

First Known Use: 1615

Rhymes with PITUITARY

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