English dictionary
adrenaline
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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A crystalline substance, C<sub>9</sub>H<sub>13</sub>O<sub>3</sub>N, obtained from suprarenal extract, of which it is regarded as the active principle. It is used in medicine as a stimulant and hemostatic.
Source: webster1913