Meaning of the word exocrine in English
What does exocrine mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
exocrine
US /ˈek.sə.krɪn/
UK /ˈek.sə.krɪn/
Adjective
relating to or denoting glands that secrete their products through ducts opening onto an epithelium rather than directly into the blood
Example:
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The pancreas has both exocrine and endocrine functions.
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Sweat glands are a type of exocrine gland.