(ep-i-neph-rine) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. 1 catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress; stimulates autonomic nerve action; 2 commercial form of this substance

Example Sentence

Tom keeps an injection of epinephrine handy in ase of bee stings.

Synonyms

adrenaline; hormone; catecholamine

Antonyms

rain

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