internal secretion

noun

1. physiol a secretion, esp a hormone, that is absorbed directly into the blood

Example Sentences

(c) The chemical stimuli coming from the so-called glands of internal secretion (thyroid, etc.).

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The other glands of internal secretion are also associated with the phenomena of growth.

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It is generally believed that the internal secretion of the thyroid and the adrenal are antagonistic.

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Third, it is that internal secretion that excites in woman sexual desire and makes her enjoy relations with the male sex.

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The external secretion is what is called the mind and the internal secretion is known as the soul.

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