secrete in a sentence
v. t.
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Definition
To secrete means to produce and release a substance, such as hormones or fluids, from cells or glands in an organism.
Crossword clues for secrete
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "secrete".
- To produce and release a substance.
- To generate and discharge a fluid.
- To emit a substance from a cell.
- To release a hormone in the body.
- To excrete material from an organism.
Secrete sentence examples
- The glands in the human body secrete hormones that regulate various functions.
- Some plants secrete a sticky substance to attract pollinators.
- During the digestion process, the stomach lining will secrete acid to break down food.
- Certain species of frogs secrete toxins to deter predators from eating them.
- The researchers discovered that the cells could secrete a protein vital for tissue regeneration.