C1verbformalsciencehealth
US/sɪˈkriːt/
UK/sɪˈkriːt/
to produce and release a liquid substance, especially from a gland or a cell
In context
The pancreas secretes insulin to control blood sugar.
Some frogs secrete a poison through their skin.
Stress can cause the body to secrete more of the hormone cortisol.
Words that go with secrete
verb + noun
- secrete a hormoneThe gland secretes a hormone that controls growth.
- secrete insulinHealthy cells secrete insulin after a meal.
- secrete a substanceThe plant secretes a sticky substance to catch insects.
- secrete a toxinThe bacteria secrete a toxin that harms the gut.
- secrete acidThe stomach secretes acid to break down food.
- secrete mucusThe lining of the nose secretes mucus.