[ˈɛkrɪn, ˈɛkrɪn] or [ˈɛkriːn]

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or produced by eccrine glands; relating to or produced by sweat glands of the skin.

“Eccrine glands in the human body are responsible for regulating body temperature.”

2. noun

a sweat gland of the skin that opens on the surface and secretes sweat.

“The eccrine glands are found all over the body, but are most concentrated in the palms of the hands and soles of the feet.”