English word adenohypophysis comes from English adeno- (Adenoid. Gland.), English hypophysis
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| adeno- | English (eng) | Adenoid. Gland. |
| hypophysis | English (eng) | (anatomy) The pituitary gland.. (botany) The top cell of the suspensor in a dicot embryo, which will differentiate to form part of the root cap. |
| adenohypophysis | English (eng) | (anatomy) The anterior lobe of the pituitary gland, producing and secreting several peptide hormones that regulate many physiological processes including stress, growth, and reproduction. |