Definition of epiphysis

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Definition of epiphysis

  • a small endocrine gland in the brain; situated beneath the back part of the corpus callosum; secretes melatonin (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. epiphysis cerebri
    2. pineal body
    3. pineal gland
  • 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 (noun)

See definition of epiphysis in Merriam Webster