Origin: Latin suffix -tion
Secretion has 4 different meanings across 1 category:
the organic process of synthesizing and releasing some substance
"The gland's abnormal secretion caused the patient to produce excessive amounts of saliva throughout the day."
a functionally specialized substance (especially one that is not a waste) released from a gland or cell
"The pancreas releases insulin as a vital secretion to regulate blood sugar levels after eating."
any substance that is secreted by an organism
"Despite his nervous fidgeting and constant shifting of eyes, he managed to keep a complete silence about where he had hidden the stolen money."
the act of hiding something