Found 2 items, similar to hypophysis.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: hypophysis hypophysis n : the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain [syn: pituitary, pituitary gland, pituitary body ] [also: hypophyses (pl)]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Hypophysis Hypophysis \Hy*poph"y*sis\, n. [NL., fr. Gr. ? under + ? nature, origin.] 1. (Anat.) See Pituitary body, under Pituitary. [1913 Webster] 2. (Med.) Cataract. [1913 Webster]