分泌 (fēn mì) — to secrete
Definition
A formal/scientific verb meaning a gland or organ produces and releases a substance (hormones, sweat, enzymes). The noun form is 分泌物 ('secretion').
verb
to secrete
Examples
- 分泌。Yùn dòng hòu shēn tǐ huì fēn mì hěn duō hàn.The body secretes a lot of sweat after exercise.
- 分泌。Zhè zhǒng jī sù yóu jiǎ zhuàng xiàn fēn mì.This hormone is secreted by the thyroid gland.
- 分泌。Wèi yè néng fēn mì xiāo huà méi bāng zhù fēn jiě shí wù.Gastric juice can secrete digestive enzymes to help break down food.
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