endocrine gland

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endocrine gland

The diagram shows an endocrine gland releasing hormones into the bloodstream.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A ductless gland of the endocrine system: An "endocrine gland" is an organ that synthesizes and secretes hormones directly into the bloodstream or surrounding tissues, rather than through a duct. These glands are part of the body's endocrine system, which regulates various physiological processes.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The pituitary is a major endocrine gland located at the base of the brain.
    • Hormones released by an endocrine gland travel through the bloodstream to target organs.
    • Diseases can occur if an endocrine gland, such as the thyroid, produces too much or too little hormone.
Advanced Usage
  • "Endocrine gland disorder": A medical condition affecting the function of an endocrine gland.
    • Diabetes is a common endocrine gland disorder related to the pancreas.
  • "Endocrine gland secretion": Refers to the hormonal product released by the gland.
    • The study focused on the endocrine gland secretion responsible for regulating metabolism.
Variants and Related Words
  • Endocrine (adj): Pertaining to endocrine glands or their secretions.
    • The endocrine system is crucial for homeostasis.
  • Endocrinology (n): The branch of physiology and medicine concerned with endocrine glands and hormones.
  • Exocrine gland (n): A contrasting term for a gland that secretes its products through a duct (e.g., salivary glands).
Synonyms
  • Ductless gland: A direct synonym emphasizing the gland's method of secretion.
  • Hormone-secreting gland: A descriptive synonym highlighting its primary function.
Related Phrases
  • "Master endocrine gland": A colloquial term for the pituitary gland, due to its role in regulating other glands.
    • The pituitary is often called the master endocrine gland.
  • "Endocrine gland function": Refers to the specific regulatory role of a gland.
    • The test evaluates overall endocrine gland function.
Related Idioms
endocrine gland

The diagram shows an endocrine gland releasing hormones into the bloodstream.

Noun
  1. any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream

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