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neurosecretion

(no͝orˌō-sĭ-krēˈshən, nyo͝orˌ-)

noun
  1. The secretion of substances, such as hormones, by nerve cells.
  2. A substance secreted by this process.

Related Forms:

  • neuˌro·se·creˈto·ry (-krēˈtə-rē) adjective

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