neuropeptide

noun

neu·​ro·​pep·​tide ˌnu̇r-ə-ˈpep-ˌtīd How to pronounce neuropeptide (audio)
ˌnyu̇r-
: an endogenous peptide that influences neural activity or functioning

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No More Wrinkle Smoothing Cream targets expression lines (think forehead, crow’s feet, and between the brows) using neuropeptides to visibly soften their appearance. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Oct. 2024 Certain peptides, like neuropeptides, also serve as neurotransmitters in the skin. Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 28 Sep. 2024 For comparison, some were injected with the related neuropeptide ArSK/CCK2. Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 14 Sep. 2024 The second was orexin B, a neuropeptide made in the brain that helps control wakefulness. Jennifer Chesak, Verywell Health, 24 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for neuropeptide 

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First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of neuropeptide was in 1973

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“Neuropeptide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neuropeptide. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

neuropeptide

noun
neu·​ro·​pep·​tide ˌn(y)u̇r-ə-ˈpep-ˌtīd How to pronounce neuropeptide (audio)
: an endogenous peptide (as an endorphin or an enkephalin) that influences neural activity or functioning

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