The master gland of the endocrine system; SYN. pituitary gland, pituitary body, hypophysis.

ETYM Latin pituita phlegm, pituite: cf. French pituitarie.
Of or relating to the pituitary gland.
Denoting or pertaining to ductless gland at base of brain secreting a hormone controlling bone growth and activity of thyroid and reproductive glands, and another controlling blood pressure and activity of involuntary muscles.