adjective

endocrine

endocrine

The endocrine system regulates hormones.

The endocrine system regulates hormones.

He has an endocrine disorder.

He has an endocrine disorder.

((endocrine)) + ((noun)) relating to glands that secrete hormones The endocrine system regulates hormones.

Synonyms: hormonal; Antonyms: exocrine

From Greek 'endon' (within) + 'krinein' (to secrete). It means 'secreting within'.

The prefix 'endo-' means 'inside' (like endoskeleton). It secretes hormones *inside* the body.

This page is designed for learning support. Please use it as a learning reference, not as a formal reference.