What is another word for acinic?

Pronunciation: [ɐsˈɪnɪk] (IPA)

Acinic is a word that describes something related to the secretory glands that contain acinus, a small sac where glandular cells discharge their secretions. Synonyms for acinic include glandular, exocrine, and secretory. Glandular refers to any structure or body part that has glands, while exocrine indicates that the gland's secretions are discharged into a duct or a surface. Secretory denotes something that secretes, produces, or exudes fluids or substances. Other synonyms for acinic are related to specific glands, such as salivary, lacrimal, and pancreatitic, which refer to the respective glands that produce saliva, tears, and digestive enzymes.

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What are the hypernyms for Acinic?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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