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voluntary turnover

the number of employees who choose to leave an organization or unit during a given period, usually to take a position in another organization. A high rate of voluntary turnover can be an indicator of low job satisfaction. Compare involuntary turnover. See turnover.

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December 30th 2024

secretion

secretion

n.

1. the synthesis and discharge of specific substances from cells (which may be organized in glands) into other parts of the body. The substance produced may be released directly into the blood (an endocrine secretion) or through a duct (see exocrine gland).

2. the substance discharged by this process. —secretory adj.