Acini

Pronunciation: /əˈsiːnaɪ/

Definitions of acini

noun small, saclike structures that are part of a gland and are responsible for secreting various substances

Example Sentences

A1 The acini in the pancreas produce digestive enzymes.

A2 The acini in the salivary glands help break down food.

B1 The acini of the prostate gland secrete fluid that nourishes and protects sperm.

B2 The acini in the breast tissue can become cancerous.

C1 The acini of the lungs are responsible for gas exchange during respiration.

C2 The acini in the sweat glands regulate body temperature by producing sweat.

Examples of acini in a Sentence

formal The acini in the pancreas are responsible for producing digestive enzymes.

informal I heard that the acini in the stomach help with digestion.

slang Those little acini things in your body do some crazy stuff.

figurative The acini of creativity in her mind were constantly at work, producing new ideas.

Grammatical Forms of acini

• plural: acini
• present tense: acini
• future tense: will acini
• perfect tense: have acini
• continuous tense: is acini
• singular: acinus
• positive degree: acini
• infinitive: to acini
• gerund: acining
• participle: acined

Origin and Evolution of acini

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'acini' originated from Latin, specifically from the word 'acinus' meaning 'berry' or 'grape'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'acini' has come to be used in various scientific fields to refer to small sacs or cavities, such as the acini of the lungs or the acini of the salivary glands.