apocrine
/ˈæpəkrɪn/
adjective
- Relating to a type of gland that releases a fluid by pinching off part of the cell, especially sweat glands in the armpits and groin.
- The apocrine glands produce a thicker sweat that can cause body odor.
- Doctors study apocrine glands to understand certain skin conditions.
- Apocrine sweat glands become active during puberty.