excretion Definition
- 1the process of getting rid of waste matter from the body, especially solid waste matter, through the bowels or kidneys
- 2the process of getting rid of substances that are not needed by the body, such as sweat and urine
Using excretion: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "excretion" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The kidneys are responsible for excretion of waste products.
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Sweating is a form of excretion that helps regulate body temperature.
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The digestive system plays an important role in excretion of solid waste matter.
excretion Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for excretion
Summary: excretion in Brief
Excretion [ɪkˈskriːʃ(ə)n] refers to the process of eliminating waste matter from the body, including solid waste matter through the bowels or kidneys, and other substances such as sweat and urine. The kidneys are responsible for excretion of waste products, while sweating is a form of excretion that helps regulate body temperature. The digestive system also plays an important role in excretion of solid waste matter.
