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exudate
This term is primarily used in medical, biological, and botanical contexts to describe fluids that emerge from tissues due to pressure or secretion. It carries a clinical, objective tone and is rarely used in casual conversation, where words like "ooze" or "leakage" are more common.
In a medical setting, the term specifically distinguishes fluids that contain proteins or cells (like pus or serum) from transudates, which are low-protein fluids. In botany, it refers to the natural process of plants releasing resins or saps to protect themselves from pests or environmental damage.
Meanings
Examples
The nurse cleaned the purulent exudate from the skin.
A strange exudate dripped from the alien plant.
The detective noticed a sticky exudate on the handle.
The pathology report describes the inflammatory exudate in detail.
Ancient texts mention a medicinal exudate used for healing.