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Vocabulary Entry
endocrine
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
A system of glands that produce hormones regulating various bodily functions.
Example Sentences
"The endocrine system plays a crucial role in maintaining homeostasis."
"Diabetes is a disease related to the malfunction of the endocrine system."
"The doctor explained how the endocrine glands secrete hormones into the bloodstream."
A
adjective
Relating to or denoting glands that secrete hormones directly into the blood.
Example Sentences
"Endocrine disorders can affect growth and metabolism."
"She studied the endocrine organs involved in human reproduction."
"The endocrine response to stress can impact overall health."