[ˈθʌɪrɔɪd], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a large ductless gland in the neck which secretes hormones regulating growth and development through the rate of metabolism
(e.g: thyroid function)

- a large cartilage of the larynx, a projection of which forms the Adam's apple in humans


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Origin:
early 18th century (as an adjective): from Greek (khondros) thureoeidēs ‘shield-shaped (cartilage)’, from thureos ‘oblong shield’