ECCRINE

eccrine

(adjective) (of exocrine glands) producing a clear aqueous secretion without releasing part of the secreting cell; important in regulating body temperature

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

eccrine (not comparable)

Pertaining to a sweat gland; merocrine

Pertaining to sweat

Exocrine

Usage notes

As a synonym of merocrine, eccrine applies specifically to sweat glands and their secretions.

Source: Wiktionary



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