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 bilateral symmetry bilateral symmetry /baɪˈlætərəl ˈsɪmɪtri/

noun

  1. The property of being symmetrical about a vertical plane  ( bilateral symmetry , bilateralism , bilaterality )
    the property of being symmetrical about a vertical plane


 hypophysis hypophysis /haɪˈpɑːfɪsɪs/

noun

  1. The master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain  ( hypophysis , pituitary body , pituitary gland , pituitary )
    the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain
      The pituitary gland produces and releases various hormones that regulate bodily functions.
    The pituitary gland produces and releases various hormones that regulate bodily functions.


 ensemble ensemble /ɑːnˈsɑːmbəl/

noun

  1. () A group of musicians playing or singing together  ( ensemble )
    a group of musicians playing or singing together
     A string ensemble
    a string ensemble
  2. A coordinated outfit (set of clothing)  ( ensemble )
    a coordinated outfit (set of clothing)
     Her ensemble for the evening event was both elegant and comfortable.
    Her ensemble for the evening event was both elegant and comfortable.
  3. (art) an assemblage of parts or details (as in a work of art) considered as forming a whole  ( ensemble , tout ensemble )
    (art) an assemblage of parts or details (as in a work of art) considered as forming a whole
  4. The chorus of a ballet company  ( corps de ballet , ensemble )
    the chorus of a ballet company
  5. A cast other than the principals  ( ensemble , supporting players )
    a cast other than the principals


 oxide oxide /ˈɑːkˌsaɪd/

noun

  1. Any compound of oxygen with another element or a radical  ( oxide )
    any compound of oxygen with another element or a radical