adjective
- relating to glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream
Usage: medical
noun
- an endocrine gland or the endocrine system
Usage: medical
Examples
- The endocrine system regulates many body functions through hormones.
- Diabetes affects the endocrine function of the pancreas.
- The thyroid is an important endocrine gland.
- Endocrine disorders can cause serious health problems.
- The doctor specializes in treating endocrine diseases.
- Stress can disrupt normal endocrine activity.