pancreatic

/ˌæŋkɹɪˈætɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the pancreas, a gland in the abdomen that produces digestive juices and hormones such as insulin.

“The doctor specialized in pancreatic cancer.”

2. noun

a disease of the pancreas, especially one that causes its failure to produce digestive enzymes.

“The patient was diagnosed with a severe case of pancreatic disease.”

3. adjective

relating to or resembling the pancreas or its secretions.

“The scientist studied pancreatic enzymes to understand their role in digestion.”

Synonyms

  • insulin-related
  • pancreas-related

Antonyms

  • non-insulin-related
  • non-pancreatic