Pineal Pink

Pineal gland

The pineal gland is a small endocrine gland in the brain of most vertebrates. It produces melatonin, a serotonin-derived hormone, which modulates sleep patterns following the diurnal cycles. The shape of the gland resembles a pine cone, which gives it its name.

Pink

Pink is a pale tint of red or rose, the color of the pink flower. It was first used as a color name in the late 17th century. A combination of pink and white is associated with innocence, whereas a combination of pink and black links to eroticism and seduction.

pineal

Adjective

1. In the shape of a pine cone.
2. Pertaining to the pineal gland.

Noun

1. The pineal gland.

pink

Noun

1. A color reminiscent of pinks, the flowers.
2. Magenta, the colour evoked by red and blue light when combined.

Adjective

1. Having a colour between red and white; pale red.
2. Of a fox-hunter's jacket: scarlet.