Excretion — Definition & Meaning

What does excretion mean?

noun

The process or act of expelling waste or other unwanted substances from the body, or a substance that is expelled in this way. The removal of waste or other unwanted substances from the body.

Example

"The kidneys play a crucial role in the excretion of waste products from the blood."

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Etymologically related

excrete excretion excretory excretory system

Synonyms for excretion

evacuation expulsion ejection elimination discharge disposal

Antonyms of excretion

retention absorption retention

Rhymes with excretion

election relation education creation