adenogenesis

/ˌædɪnoʊˈdʒɛnɛsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

The process of formation or development of a gland or an endocrine gland.

“The research focused on the mechanisms of adenogenesis during embryonic development.”

Synonyms

  • endocrine gland formation
  • glandular development

Antonyms

  • atrophication
  • atrophy