thyroid
//ˈθaɪ.rɔɪd//
Noun
thyroidSingular
thyroidsPlural
1
A large butterfly-shaped endocrine gland located in the front of the neck that produces hormones regulating metabolism, growth, and development.
The thyroid produces hormones that regulate metabolism.
2
A preparation or extract of the thyroid gland used medicinally.
The doctor prescribed thyroid to treat her hormone deficiency.
Synonym
Adjective
thyroidCanonical form
1
Relating to or affecting the thyroid gland.
The doctor ordered thyroid tests to check her hormone levels.
2
Relating to the principal cartilage of the larynx, forming the Adam's apple in humans.
The thyroid cartilage protects the vocal cords.