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secrete

(genetic biology)

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  • Grammar: verb
    verb forms:
    secretes, secreted, secreting
  • Definition: to produce and release a fluid from cells or tissue
  • Example:
    1. Structures within segments are generated by primary organiser cells that secrete growth factors.

    2. Flight or fight responses are stimulated by adrenaline secreted from adrenal glands.
  • Related Word: secretion (noun), secretory (adjective)


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