Excitoglandular

/ˌɛksɪtoʊˈɡlændʒələr/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the stimulation of glands; describing effects on glandular secretion.

Etymology

Compound word: 'excito-' (from Latin 'excitare,' to excite) + 'glandular' (relating to glands). This is a technical medical/physiological term combining Latin and modern scientific terminology.

Kelly Says

This ultra-specific medical term shows how scientists combine word parts like building blocks—'excitoglandular' literally means 'excite-gland-related,' describing how substances stimulate your glands to release hormones or sweat.

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