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secrete

verb

/sɪˈkriːt/

Meaning

to produce and release a substance from a cell, gland, or organ

The pancreas secretes insulin to regulate blood sugar levels.

emit, release, discharge, excrete, produce

absorb, retain, hold

secrete hormones, secrete enzymes, secrete fluid, secrete mucus

to become less intense or widespread

to put a sword or knife back into its cover

To free someone from a misconception or false belief.

Spread throughout (something); pervade.

to enter someone's land or property without permission

to remove coverings or layers from something; to undress