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thyroid

The correct spelling is thyroid.

How to pronounce thyroid

noun

IPA: /ˈθaɪ̯ɹɔɪ̯d/

Say it like: Thy-roy-d

The correct spelling is thyroid. The thyroid gland. For example: "thyroid cartilage"

Usage Examples

thyroid cartilage

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The thyroid gland.
  2. 2.The thyroid cartilage.

adjective

  1. 1.Of, relating to, or being the thyroid gland.
  2. 2.Of, relating to, or being the chief cartilage of the larynx.

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