thymus

noun

UK/ˈθaɪ.məs/
US/ˈθaɪ.məs/

Definitions of thymus noun

  1. Countable(可數名詞)anatomy(解剖學)

    A small gland located behind the breastbone that plays a crucial role in the development of the immune system.

    胸腺

    • The thymus is most active during childhood.

      胸腺在兒童時期最為活躍。

    • The size of the thymus tends to decrease with age.

      胸腺的大小往往隨著年齡增長而減小。

    • The thymus is an important component of the immune system.

      胸腺是免疫系統的重要組成部分。