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Secrete Meaning in English

word

sɪˈkɹit
si-KREET
sɪkɹˈiːt
si-KREET

释义

To produce and release a substance, such as a liquid or hormone, from a cell or gland inside the body.

用法与细微差别

Mostly formal, scientific, or medical term. Commonly used to describe how body parts (like glands) release fluids. Not to be confused with 'secret' (hidden information). Collocations: 'secrete hormones,' 'secrete saliva.' Rarely used outside biology or medicine.

例句

Salivary glands secrete saliva to help us digest food.

basic

Some plants secrete sticky substances to trap insects.

basic

Sweat glands secrete sweat to cool the body.

basic

Certain frogs secrete toxins through their skin as a defense.

natural

When we’re scared, our bodies secrete more adrenaline.

natural

Some bacteria secrete enzymes to break down nutrients around them.

natural