Advertisement
Advertisement
pineal
[ pin-ee-uhl, pahy-nee-, pahy-nee- ]
pineal
/ ˈpɪnɪəl; paɪˈniːəl /
adjective
- resembling a pine cone
- of or relating to the pineal gland
Discover More
Other Words From
- pre·pine·al adjective
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of pineal1
Discover More
Example Sentences
During the same stage the pineal gland grows into a sack-like body, springing from the roof of the thalamencephalon, fig. 1b, pn.
At its side also a deep constriction is being formed in it, immediately behind the pineal gland.
He grabbed the axe he'd left there and swung it against the nerve-stem where it entered the pineal gland.
He felt no remorse, but a great sadness, a sense of tragedy as he stepped around the pool and closed the door of the pineal gland.
Strings of tiny green bulbs guided the path toward the pineal gland, the citadel of The Brain.
Advertisement
Word of the Day
[pet-ri-kawr]
Meaning and examplesStart each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!
By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse