secretion
US /sɪˈkriː.ʃən/
UK /sɪˈkriː.ʃən/
名词
1.
分泌
a process by which substances are produced and discharged from a cell, gland, or organ for a particular function in the organism or for excretion
示例:
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The gland is responsible for the secretion of hormones.
该腺体负责激素的分泌。
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Excessive mucus secretion can be a symptom of illness.
过多的粘液分泌可能是疾病的症状。
2.
分泌物
a substance that is secreted
示例:
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The plant produces a sticky secretion to trap insects.
这种植物会产生粘性分泌物来捕捉昆虫。
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The doctor analyzed the nasal secretion to diagnose the infection.
医生分析了鼻腔分泌物以诊断感染。