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apocrine Definition

apo·crine (ap′ə krīn′, -krin)

adjective

designating a type of glandular secretion in which part of the secreting cell is thrown off along with the secretion, as a type of sweat with a strong odor from large, deep glands in the armpit and anal areas

Etymology: < apo- + Gr krinein, to separate: see crisis

apocrine Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • gland: Older adults or individuals with dry skin should limit use of soaps to those areas with apocrine glands.

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