Definitions

1. verb

to separate or distinguish (one thing) from another, or to remove or discharge (a substance, especially waste or excrement)

“The farmer had to excern the manure from the soil to prevent contamination of the crops.”

2. noun

the act of separating or distinguishing (one thing) from another, or the removal or discharge of a substance, especially waste or excrement

“The process of excern was essential for maintaining a healthy environment.”

3. verb

to separate or distinguish (one thing) from another

“The detective had to excern the real suspect from the others to solve the crime.”