Secreting: meaning, definitions and examples

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secreting

 

[ sɪˈkriːtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

biological process

Secreting refers to the process by which substances are produced and discharged from a cell, gland, or organ. This can include the release of hormones, enzymes, or other biological molecules that are essential for various bodily functions.

Synonyms

emitting, excreting, producing

Examples of usage

  • The pancreas is responsible for secreting insulin.
  • Salivary glands begin secreting saliva when food is present.
  • The skin plays a role in secreting sweat to regulate temperature.

Translations

Translations of the word "secreting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 secretando

🇮🇳 स्रावित करना

🇩🇪 absondern

🇮🇩 mengeluarkan

🇺🇦 секретувати

🇵🇱 wydzielanie

🇯🇵 分泌する

🇫🇷 sécréter

🇪🇸 secretar

🇹🇷 salgı

🇰🇷 분비하다

🇸🇦 إفراز

🇨🇿 vylučování

🇸🇰 vylučovanie

🇨🇳 分泌

🇸🇮 izločanje

🇮🇸 seytja

🇰🇿 секреция

🇬🇪 გამოყოფა

🇦🇿 sıxılma

🇲🇽 secreción

Word origin

The word 'secreting' derives from the Latin term 'secretus,' which means 'set apart' or 'hidden.' This term passed into Middle English, where it evolved into 'secrete,' maintaining similar meanings related to the act of keeping something hidden or discreetly releasing substances. In biological contexts, the use of 'secreting' began to emerge as science advanced in understanding bodily functions. The word became widely adopted in the 19th century as the study of physiology progressed. As research into hormones, enzymes, and other secreted substances increased, 'secreting' became a standard term in medical and biological literature, emphasizing its critical role in numerous physiological processes.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,988, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.