ec·crine ( k r n, -r n , -r n)adj. 1. Relating to an eccrine gland or its secretion, especially sweat. 2. Exocrine. [From Greek ekkr nein, to secrete : ek-, out; see ecto- + krnein, to separate; see krei- in Indo-European roots.] |
eccrine [ˈɛkrɪn]
adj
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Physiology) of or denoting glands that secrete externally, esp the numerous sweat glands on the human body Compare apocrine
[from Greek ekkrinein to secrete, from ek- ec- + krinein to separate]
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Adj. | 1. | eccrine - (of exocrine glands) producing a clear aqueous secretion without releasing part of the secreting cell; important in regulating body temperature apocrine - (of exocrine glands) producing a secretion in which part of the secreting cell is released with the secretion; "mother's milk is one apocrine secretion" |
How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content.
| ?Page tools | ||
|---|---|---|
|