Pineal Meaning in English

word

US

ˌpaɪˈniəɫ

py-NEE-uhl

UK

pˈɪniəl

pi-NEE-uhl

Definition

Related to the pineal gland, a small gland in the brain that produces hormones like melatonin and helps regulate sleep.

Usage & Nuances

Used mostly in scientific, medical, and anatomical contexts. Usually appears before a noun: 'pineal gland', 'pineal hormone'. Not used in casual speech.

• Spanish: pineal
• Portuguese (BR): pineal
• Portuguese (PT): pineal
• Chinese (Simplified): 松果体的
• Chinese (Traditional): 松果體的
• Hindi: पीनियल
• Arabic: صنوبري
• Bengali: পিনিয়াল
• Russian: эпифизарный
• Japanese: 松果体の
• Vietnamese: tùng (liên quan đến tuyến tùng)
• Korean: 송과선의
• Turkish: pineal - epifiz
• Urdu: پائینیئل
• Indonesian: pineal

Example Sentences

The pineal gland is found deep inside the brain.

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Doctors study the pineal gland to learn about sleep problems.

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The pineal gland makes a hormone called melatonin.

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Some people believe the pineal gland affects our dreams.

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Scientists are still discovering new roles for the pineal gland.

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Is there a link between light exposure and the pineal gland?

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