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Definition of Pineal gland

Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026

Pineal gland: A small gland that is located near the center of the brain. This gland secretes melatonin, and it may therefore be part of the body's sleep-regulation apparatus. Also known as pineal body.