thymus
US /ˈθaɪ.məs/
UK /ˈθaɪ.məs/
名词
胸腺
a lymphoid organ situated in the neck of vertebrates that produces T cells for the immune system. The human thymus is most active in puberty and then begins to atrophy.
示例:
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The thymus plays a crucial role in the development of the immune system.
胸腺在免疫系统的发育中起着关键作用。
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After puberty, the thymus gradually shrinks.
青春期后，胸腺逐渐萎缩。
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