Endocrine

Pronunciation

• US IPA: /ˈɛnd.oÊŠ.krɪn/

Origin

From endo- + Ancient Greek κρίνειν (krinein, "to separate").

Full definition of endocrine

Adjective

1. Producing internal secretions that are transported around the body by the bloodstream.
2. Pertaining to the endocrine glands or their secretions.

Derived terms

• endocrinal
• endocrinology
• endocrine gland
• endocrine system

Noun

1. The secretion of an endocrine gland.
2. An endocrine gland.----