in·cre·tion ( n-kr  sh n)n. 1. The process of internal secretion characteristic of endocrine glands. 2. The product of this process; a hormone. [in- + (se)cretion.] |
incretion [ɪnˈkriːʃən]
n Physiol
1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Physiology) direct secretion into the bloodstream, esp of a hormone from an endocrine gland
2. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Physiology) the substance so secreted
[from in-2 + (se)cretion]
incretionary , incretory [ˈɪnkrɪtərɪ -trɪ] adj
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