Definition

To remove waste materials from the body, especially through the kidneys or intestines.

Example

The body excretes waste products to keep itself healthy.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you know that our bodies excrete waste to stay healthy?

Yeah, I read that it's really important for our systems.

Exactly! It's fascinating how efficiently our bodies excrete toxins.

I agree! It's amazing what our bodies can do without us even noticing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Excrete → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out) and "cretare" (from "crescere", meaning to grow). The word describes the process of substances being grown and then expelled or released from the body.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'grown' ('crescere') and then 'released out' ('ex-') — that's why excrete means to expel waste.

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