B2 noun Formal

endocrine

/ˈɛndəkrɪn/

The endocrine system is a network of glands that produce and release hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate body functions. These functions include metabolism, growth, development, and reproduction.

Examples

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1

Maintaining a healthy diet is crucial for keeping your endocrine system functioning properly.

Maintaining a healthy diet is crucial for keeping your endocrine system functioning properly.

2

The study investigated how environmental toxins act as endocrine disruptors in marine life.

The study investigated how environmental toxins act as endocrine disruptors in marine life.

3

I'm heading to the doctor to get some endocrine tests done because my energy levels are low.

I'm heading to the doctor to get some endocrine tests done because my energy levels are low.

Word Family

Noun
endocrinology
Adverb
endocrinally
Adjective
endocrine
Related
endocrinologist
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Memory Tip

Remember 'Endo' means 'Inside' (secreting inside the blood), and 'Crine' means 'to separate/secrete'. Think of internal secretions.

Quick Quiz

The _____ system is responsible for producing hormones that regulate metabolism and growth.

Correct!

The correct answer is: endocrine

Examples

1

Maintaining a healthy diet is crucial for keeping your endocrine system functioning properly.

everyday

Maintaining a healthy diet is crucial for keeping your endocrine system functioning properly.

2

The study investigated how environmental toxins act as endocrine disruptors in marine life.

formal

The study investigated how environmental toxins act as endocrine disruptors in marine life.

3

I'm heading to the doctor to get some endocrine tests done because my energy levels are low.

informal

I'm heading to the doctor to get some endocrine tests done because my energy levels are low.

4

Advanced research in endocrine physiology has led to better treatments for diabetes and thyroid issues.

academic

Advanced research in endocrine physiology has led to better treatments for diabetes and thyroid issues.

5

The healthcare startup focuses on digital solutions for patients with chronic endocrine conditions.

business

The healthcare startup focuses on digital solutions for patients with chronic endocrine conditions.

Word Family

Noun
endocrinology
Adverb
endocrinally
Adjective
endocrine
Related
endocrinologist

Common Collocations

endocrine system endocrine system
endocrine gland endocrine gland
endocrine disruptor endocrine disruptor
endocrine disorder endocrine disorder
endocrine therapy endocrine therapy

Common Phrases

endocrine response

endocrine response

endocrine signaling

endocrine signaling

endocrine function

endocrine function

Often Confused With

endocrine vs exocrine

Endocrine glands secrete directly into the blood, while exocrine glands use ducts (like sweat or saliva).

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Usage Notes

The word is almost always used as an adjective modifying a noun (like 'system' or 'gland') in medical or biological discussions. It rarely stands alone as a noun in modern English except when referring collectively to the system.

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Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes use 'hormone' as an adjective where 'endocrine' is more technically accurate (e.g., 'hormone system' vs 'endocrine system').

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Memory Tip

Remember 'Endo' means 'Inside' (secreting inside the blood), and 'Crine' means 'to separate/secrete'. Think of internal secretions.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Greek 'endon' (within) and 'krinein' (to separate or secrete).

Grammar Patterns

Attributive adjective Non-countable No comparative or superlative forms

Quick Quiz

The _____ system is responsible for producing hormones that regulate metabolism and growth.

Correct!

The correct answer is: endocrine

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