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thyroid

/ˈθaɪrɔɪd/ American
  • n. 甲状腺
  • adj. 甲状腺的
Definition
  • n. a gland in the neck that controls growth and metabolism
  • adj. relating to a gland in the neck that controls growth and metabolism
Example
Her doctor checked her thyroid because she felt constantly tired.
因为她总是感到疲惫,医生给她检查了甲状腺。