Secreting

Pronunciation: /sɪˈkriːt/

Secreting (verb)

  1. to produce and release a liquid or substance from a cell or gland.
  2. to hide something in a secret place.

Examples

  • The glands secrete hormones into the bloodstream.
  • Plants secrete nectar to attract pollinators.

Common collocations: secrete hormones, secrete enzymes, secrete fluids, secrete valuables, secrete evidence

Synonyms of Secreting

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Secreting

  • when discussing the intake of substances