excrete

verb

Meaning

Expel waste matter from the body of an organism.

Examples

The kidneys excrete urea and other waste products through urine.
Sweat glands excrete moisture to help regulate the body's internal temperature.

Synonyms: pass, release, discharge, secrete, eliminate

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excrete

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈskriːt/

Definition

Expel waste matter from the body of an organism.

Examples

The kidneys excrete urea and other waste products through urine.
Sweat glands excrete moisture to help regulate the body's internal temperature.
Many insects excrete a sugary substance that attracts ants.

Synonyms of excrete

Words with a similar meaning to excrete:

pass
release
discharge
secrete
eliminate

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