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timolol

Syllabification: (tim·o·lol)
Definition of timolol

noun

Medicine
  • a synthetic compound that acts as a beta blocker and is used to treat hypertension, migraines, and glaucoma.
    • Chemical formula: C13H24N4O3S

Origin:

1970s: from tim- (of unknown origin) + (propran)olol

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