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Meaning of adrenocortical: Having to do with or made by the outer layer of the adrenal gland, which produces steroid hormones.

Definition of adrenocortical

Having to do with or made by the outer layer of the adrenal gland, which produces steroid hormones. There is an adrenal gland on top of each kidney.

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