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secretin


se·cre·tin

noun \si-ˈkrē-tən\

Definition of SECRETIN

: an intestinal proteinaceous hormone capable of stimulating secretion by the pancreas and liver

Origin of SECRETIN

secretion + 1-in
First Known Use: 1902

Rhymes with SECRETIN

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