Definitions

1. verb

to expel waste or unwanted substances from the body, especially through the kidneys, liver, or intestines

“The kidneys excrete excess water and salts from the blood.”

2. verb

to produce or release something unwanted or excessive

“The company excreted toxic chemicals into the environment.”

3. noun

the act or process of expelling waste or unwanted substances from the body

“The patient’s kidney function includes the process of excretion.”

4. noun

the waste or unwanted substances that are expelled from the body

“The doctor analyzed the patient’s excretion samples.”