secretion
//sɪˈkriːʃən//
Noun
secretionSingular
secretionsPlural
1
The process by which substances are produced and discharged from a cell, gland, or organ for a particular function in the organism or for excretion.
The secretion of insulin is essential for regulating blood sugar levels.
2
A substance produced and released by a cell, gland, or organ.
The gland produces a sticky secretion that helps trap insects.