pars intermedia

[ pahrz in-ter-mee-dee-uh ]

noun

, Anatomy.

1. pituitary gland

Word History and Origins

Origin of pars intermedia¹

1905–10; < New Latin: intermediate part

Example Sentences

He has Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction, also known as Cushing’s Disease, which is a common condition for older horses and ponies.

From Washington Times