Definitions for "Adenohypophysis"
anterior lobe of the pituitary gland. synthesizes and releases hormones in response to hypothalamic signaling.
anterior pituitary, pars distalis. This part of the pituitary develops in the early embryo from a region (that exists only transiently) on the roof of the pharynx called Rathke's pouch. (More? Endocrine Notes)
the anterior lobe of the pituitary body; primarily glandular in nature