The spelling of the word "glandulae thyroideae aiccae" may seem daunting due to its long and complex nature. However, with the help of IPA phonetic transcription, the pronunciation can be simplified. The first part "glan-doo-lay thyr-oh-ih-dee-ee" refers to the thyroid gland while "eye-kae" specifies a particular region. Thus, the entire word denotes the thyroid gland in that particular area. Despite its complicated spelling, understanding the IPA phonetic transcription can make it easier to pronounce and comprehend.
Thryoideum siccum (U.S.), dried thyroids, desiccated thyroid glands, the dried and powdered thyroid glands of animals used for food by man; employed in myxedema, cretinism, cancer, and disorders of metabolism, in doses of gr. 1-3 (0.06-0.2).
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.