athyroid

/ˈæθɪrɔɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling the thyroid gland

“The atthyroid region of the neck was affected by the swelling.”

2. noun

a region of the neck in front of the thyroid gland

“The surgeon carefully made an incision in the atthyroid region.”

3. noun

a term used in anatomy to refer to certain structures or areas in the neck

“The atthyroid lymph nodes were examined by the pathologist.”

Synonyms

  • adenoid
  • thyreoid
  • thyroid

Antonyms

  • ecthroid