adrenergic

 
Pronunciation: /ˌadrɪˈnəːdʒɪk/

adjective

Physiology
  • relating to or denoting nerve cells in which adrenalin, noradrenaline, or a similar substance acts as a neurotransmitter. Contrasted with cholinergic.

Origin:

1930s: from adrenalin + Greek ergon 'work' + -ic