adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Triggering secretion; said of the influence exerted by reflex action on the function of secretion, by which the various glands are activated. archaic, not-comparable

   "excitosecretory nerve"

Etymology

From excito- + secretory.

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