oversecretion

se·cre·tion

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Definitions of oversecretion word

noun oversecretion (in a cell or gland) the act or process of separating, elaborating, and releasing a substance that fulfills some function within the organism or undergoes excretion. 1
noun oversecretion the product of this act or process. 1
noun oversecretion an excessive secretion 0

before 1640

One of the 44% oldest English words

1640-50; < Latin sēcrētiōn- (stem of sēcrētiō), equivalent to sēcrēt(us) (past participle of sēcernere to secern) + -iōn- -ion

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 96% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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