noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The movement of electrically charged particles towards an anode. uncountable
2. 2
   A reduction in the activity of the sweat glands. uncountable

Etymology

From ana- + -phoresis or from Ancient Greek ἀναφορέω (anaphoréō).

Related phrases

sweat gland

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