English noun: epiphysis | |||
1. | epiphysis (body) the end of a long bone; initially separated from the main bone by a layer of cartilage that eventually ossifies so the parts become fused | ||
Broader (hypernym) | long bone, os longum | ||
2. | epiphysis (body) a small endocrine gland in the brain; situated beneath the back part of the corpus callosum; secretes melatonin | ||
Synonyms | epiphysis cerebri, pineal body, pineal gland | ||
Broader (hypernym) | ductless gland, endocrine, endocrine gland | ||