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exocytosis

/ɛksəʊsɪˈtɒsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does exocytosis mean?

noun

The process by which a cell releases molecules, such as hormones or neurotransmitters, by fusing vesicles with the cell membrane.

Example

"The process of exocytosis allows cells to communicate with each other through the release of chemical signals."

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