epiphysis
epiphysis · epiphyses
The pineal glandThe pineal gland.
/ɪˈpɪf.ɪ.sɪs/
Meaning
3 sensesThe pineal gland.
The rounded end of any long bone.
the end of a long bone; initially separated from the main bone by a layer of cartilage that eventually ossifies so the parts become fused
A small upper piece of each half of an alveolus of a sea urchin.
Translations
1 languagesOrigin
From epi- + -physis.From epi- + -physis.
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Forms
plural: epiphysesSynonyms
3 synonymsClose in meaning
- a small endocrine gland in the brain; situated beneath the back part of the corpus callosum; secretes melatonin:pineal glandpineal bodyepiphysis cerebri
Word family
7 related wordsSee also
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