hyperpituitarism

noun /,haɪpərpɪ'tuɪtə,rɪzəm/

Definition
excessive activity of the pituitary gland (especially overactivity of the anterior lobe which leads to excess secretion of growth hormone)
Example
The word 'hyperpituitarism' is often used in everyday conversation.
Etymology
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Archaic
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Vowels
6
Consonants
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Length
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