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Words Related to Body - Glands and Hormones

Here you will learn some English words related to glands and hormones, such as "adrenaline", "insulin", and "oxytocin".

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Words Related to Body
gland
[noun]
an organ in the body that produces certain chemical substances to be used in the body or to be discharged into the surroundings
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tarsal gland
[noun]
a sebaceous gland located in the eyelid that produces and secretes oil to lubricate the surface of the eye
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pituitary gland
[noun]
a small gland located at the base of the brain that secretes hormones and regulates various bodily functions
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pineal gland
[noun]
a small endocrine gland located in the brain that secretes melatonin and helps regulate the sleep-wake cycle
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thyroid gland
[noun]
an endocrine gland located in the neck that produces hormones essential for regulating metabolism and growth
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parathyroid gland
[noun]
a small endocrine gland near the thyroid gland that produces parathyroid hormone
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thymus
[noun]
a specialized organ of the immune system located near the heart that produces T cells and plays a crucial role in the development of the immune system in early life
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adrenal
[noun]
a small endocrine organ located on top of the kidneys that produces hormones
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aldosterone
[noun]
a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that regulates electrolyte balance and fluid levels in the body
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corticosteroid
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a class of hormones produced by the adrenal glands
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adrenaline
[noun]
a body hormone produced in case of anger, fear, or excitement that makes the heart beat faster and the body react quicker
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adrenocorticotrophic hormone
[noun]
a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates the production and release of cortisol from the adrenal glands
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antidiuretic hormone
[noun]
a hormone produced by the hypothalamus and released by the pituitary gland that regulates water balance in the body
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growth hormone
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a hormone that stimulates growth, development, and metabolism in the body
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luteinizing hormone
[noun]
a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that regulates ovulation and testosterone production
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follicle-stimulating hormone
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a hormone that regulates the growth and development of follicles in the ovaries and the production of sperm in the testes
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oxytocin
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a hormone that regulates childbirth, lactation, and social bonding
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prolactin
[noun]
a hormone that stimulates milk production and plays a role in reproductive functions
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thyroid-stimulating hormone
[noun]
a hormone that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce and release thyroid hormones
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renin
[noun]
an enzyme involved in regulating blood pressure and fluid balance by initiating the production of angiotensin II
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angiotensin
[noun]
a peptide hormone that constricts blood vessels and stimulates the release of aldosterone
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erythropoietin
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a hormone that stimulates the production of red blood cells in the body
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glucagon
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a hormone that raises blood sugar levels by promoting the breakdown of glycogen in the liver
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insulin
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a hormone that is responsible for controlling the level of glucose in the blood, the lack of which can cause diabetes
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estrogen
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a hormone primarily responsible for female reproductive development and regulation
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progesterone
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a hormone produced by the ovaries that plays a vital role in regulating the menstrual cycle and supporting pregnancy
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thyroid hormone
[noun]
a hormone produced by the thyroid gland that regulates metabolism and various physiological processes in the body
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parathyroid hormone
[noun]
a hormone produced by the parathyroid glands that regulates calcium and phosphate levels in the body
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epinephrine
[noun]
a hormone that increases heart rate and blood flow
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norepinephrine
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a hormone and neurotransmitter that regulates the body's stress response
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melatonin
[noun]
a hormone produced by the pineal gland that regulates sleep-wake cycles and promotes restful sleep
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growth hormone-releasing factor
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a hormone that stimulates the release of growth hormone from the pituitary gland, regulating growth and metabolism
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thyrotrophic hormone
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a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce and release thyroid hormones
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thyrotropin-releasing factor
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a hormone generated by the hypothalamus that triggers the secretion of thyroid-stimulating hormone from the pituitary gland
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corticotropin
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a hormone that stimulates the release of cortisol from the adrenal glands
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salivary gland
[noun]
an exocrine gland that produces and releases saliva into the mouth, aiding in digestion
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seminal vesicle
[noun]
a paired gland in the male reproductive system that secretes fluids to nourish and support the sperm cells
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prostate gland
[noun]
a small organ of the male reproductive system close to the bladder, which releases a liquid that contains sperm
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gonad
[noun]
a reproductive organ that produces gametes and sex hormones
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mammary gland
[noun]
a glandular organ in mammals that produces and secretes milk for nourishing offspring
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sublingual gland
[noun]
a salivary gland located beneath the tongue that produces and secretes saliva
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submandibular gland
[noun]
a salivary gland located beneath the jaw that produces and releases saliva
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parotid gland
[noun]
a major salivary gland located near the ear that produces and secretes saliva into the mouth
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sweat gland
[noun]
a small exocrine gland in the skin that produces and secretes sweat
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sebaceous gland
[noun]
a small exocrine gland in the skin that produces and secretes sebum
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eccrine gland
[noun]
a sweat gland responsible for regulating body temperature through the production and secretion of sweat
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apocrine gland
[noun]
a type of sweat gland that produces a thicker secretion containing proteins and lipids
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gonadotrophic hormone
[noun]
a hormone that regulates the activity of the gonads, promoting their development and function
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testis
[noun]
a male reproductive organ responsible for the production of sperm and the secretion of testosterone
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duct gland
[noun]
a specialized structure in the human body that produces and releases substances through a duct
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gastrointestinal hormone
[noun]
a group of hormones secreted by cells in the digestive system that regulate various processes
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