Exocytosis

Pronunciation: /ˈɛksˈoʊˈsaɪˈtuˈsɪs/

Exocytosis (noun)

  1. A process where a cell moves material out of the cell by using small internal sacs that open at the cell surface.

Examples

  • Exocytosis helps a cell release contents to the outside.
  • The cell uses exocytosis to release contents into the surrounding space.