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Definitions of endocrine:
  • noun:   any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream
  • noun:   the secretion of an endocrine gland that is transmitted by the blood to the tissue on which it has a specific effect
  • adjective:   of or belonging to endocrine glands or their secretions
    Example: "Endocrine system"



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