secrete

US /sɪˈkriːt/

UK /sɪˈkriːt/

1.

produce and discharge (a substance) from a cell or gland

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The glands secrete hormones into the bloodstream.

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Some plants secrete a sticky substance to trap insects.

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excrete discharge release emit produce

2.

conceal or hide (something)

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He managed to secrete the stolen jewels in a hidden compartment.

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The squirrel secreted its nuts under a pile of leaves.

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hide conceal stash cache bury

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secret secretive keep a secret trade secret open secret