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Noun: thyroid gland  'thI,royd gland
  1. A gland located near the base of the neck
    "The thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate metabolism";
    - thyroid

Derived forms: thyroid glands

Type of: ductless gland, endocrine, endocrine gland

Encyclopedia: Thyroid gland