Etymology

thyroglossal duct

Today it means: An embryonic anatomical structure which connects the initial area of development of the thyroid gland to its final position Full definition →

New Latin ductus thyroglossalis
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  1. New Latin · calque ofductus thyroglossalis
  2. English todaythyroglossal duct

Calque of New Latin ductus thyroglossalis

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