Hypophysis
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /haɪˈpɒfɪsɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hypophysis is a noun meaning (anatomy) The pituitary gland.
Meaning
(anatomy) The pituitary gland.
More Meanings
- (botany) The top cell of the suspensor in a dicot embryo, which will differentiate to form part of the root cap.
Example Sentences
CHAPTER VI / THE DISEASES OF THE HYPOPHYSIS [PITUITARY GLAND]
All the cells of the suspensor, except one, are eventually crushed and obliterated by the growing embryo; this fortunate cell known as the hypophysis is the one in immediate contact with the embryo and plays an important role in the formation of the root apex.
Word Forms
- hypophyses
Synonyms for hypophysis
Depending on context, synonyms include pituitary.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pituitary, posthypophysis, antehypophysis, adenohypophysis, hypophysectomy, epiphysis.
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