Noun: endocrine gland en-du-krin gland
- Any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream
"The pituitary gland is often called the master endocrine gland";
- endocrine, ductless gland
Derived forms: endocrine glands
Type of: gland, secretor, secretory organ
Part of: endocrine system
Encyclopedia: Endocrine gland