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endocrine meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of endocrine at MeaningMonkey.org. endocrine meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.ENDOCRINE noun
Definition of endocrine (noun)
- the secretion of an endocrine gland that is transmitted by the blood to the tissue on which it has a specific effect
- synonyms: hormone, internal secretion
- any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream
- synonyms: ductless gland, endocrine gland
ENDOCRINE adjective
Definition of endocrine (adjective)
- of or belonging to endocrine glands or their secretions
- "endocrine system"
- synonyms: endocrinal
- antonym: exocrine
Source: Princeton University Wordnet