Secretory

Synonyms of secretory

• excretory
• discharging
• emitting

Antonyms of secretory

• inactive
• non-secretory
• non-releasing

Collocations of secretory

secretory pathway

Frequency: 80 %

Proteins are transported through the secretory pathway in cells.

secretory glands

Frequency: 70 %

The secretory glands in the body release hormones into the bloodstream.

secretory protein

Frequency: 65 %

Insulin is a secretory protein produced by the pancreas.

secretory function

Frequency: 60 %

The secretory function of the pancreas is to produce digestive enzymes.

secretory granules

Frequency: 50 %

Cells store hormones in secretory granules until they are needed.

Idiomatic Expressions for secretory

• Phrase: secretory glands
  Meaning: Glands that produce and secrete substances such as hormones, enzymes, or sweat.
  Usage: The secretory glands in the human body play a crucial role in maintaining homeostasis.