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secretion

[si-kree-shuhn] / sɪˈkri ʃən /


NOUN
substance released
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This structure, known as the type 6 secretion system, or T6SS, helps the bacteria compete with other microbes and dominate the gut.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

At the same time, genes essential for normal liver function, including those involved in metabolism and protein secretion, were gradually shut down.

From Science Daily • Dec. 31, 2025

Novo’s cautious C-suite was ready to target Type 2 diabetes—an obvious choice, as GLP-1 augments insulin secretion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

The EU has already defined dairy items as products coming from the "normal mammary secretion".

From BBC • Oct. 8, 2025

Perhaps the most immediately useful result of this exploration of insect secretion is the development of lures, or attractants.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson




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