noradrenaline

noun

nor·​adren·​a·​line ˌnȯr-ə-ˈdre-nᵊələn How to pronounce noradrenaline (audio)
variants or less commonly noradrenalin

Examples of noradrenaline in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This dip in blood sugar sparks the release of adrenaline and its cousin noradrenaline. Mary Scourboutakos, Discover Magazine, 2 Sep. 2024 Meanwhile, the hypothalamus also orchestrates the release of adrenaline and noradrenaline from the adrenal glands. Angela Haupt, TIME, 8 Aug. 2024 It has also been shown to improve mental health and increase alertness by increasing levels of noradrenaline by 530 percent and dopamine by 250 percent. Emily Peck, WIRED, 23 Apr. 2024 Norepinephrine, also called noradrenaline, increases your alertness, arousal and attention. USA TODAY, 10 July 2023 See all Example Sentences for noradrenaline 

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Word History

First Known Use

1932, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of noradrenaline was in 1932

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“Noradrenaline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/noradrenaline. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

noradrenaline

noun
nor·​adren·​a·​line ˌnȯr-ə-ˈdren-ᵊl-ən How to pronounce noradrenaline (audio)

Medical Definition

noradrenaline

noun
nor·​adren·​a·​line
variants also noradrenalin

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