Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
exudation
Noun
/ˌɛks.juːˈdeɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The act of exuding; the process of discharging a substance, particularly from within a body or tissue into the surrounding area.
Examples
- The exudation from the wound was a sign of healing.
- During the summer, the exudation of sap from trees attracts various insects.
- Doctors noted the exudation of fluids during the examination.
Meaning
Exudation refers to the process where fluids, often rich in proteins, leak out of blood vessels and into surrounding tissues. This can happen in various contexts, such as healing wounds or in the presence of inflammation.
Synonyms
- Secretion
- Discharge
- Emission
- Leaking
