Meaning Of The Word Emunctory

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Emunctory Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Emunctory?

emunctory in American English
any organ or part of the body that gives off waste products, as the kidneys, lungs, or skin
giving off waste products; excretory
adjective: excretory
noun: a part or organ of the body, as the skin or a kidney, that functions in carrying off waste products

emunctory in British English
adjective: of or relating to a bodily organ or duct having an excretory function
noun: an excretory organ or duct, such as a skin pore

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