corpus luteum (n)

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type n
lex_filenum 08
def yellow endocrine tissue that forms in a ruptured Graafian follicle following the release of an ovum
def it degenerates after a few days unless pregnancy has begun
Outgoing links
Hypernym endocrine gland, endocrine, ductless gland
Part holonym Graafian follicle
Derivationally related form corpus luteum → luteal
Incoming links
Derivationally related form luteal → corpus luteum
Pertainym (pertains to noun) luteal → corpus luteum
Hyponym endocrine gland, endocrine, ductless gland
Part meronym Graafian follicle

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