Secreter (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various organs that synthesize substances needed by the body and release it through ducts or directly into the bloodstream.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The pancreas is an important secreter of digestive enzymes and hormones that regulate blood sugar levels.
- The salivary glands are secreters that produce saliva, which contains enzymes that help break down food in the mouth.
- The kidneys function as secreter of waste products, such as urea, that are eliminated from the body through urine.
- The adrenal glands are secreter of hormones like adrenaline and cortisol, which play critical roles in stress response and metabolism.
- The thyroid gland is a secreter of hormones that regulate growth and development, metabolism, and energy production in the body.