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vasopressin

Syllabification: (vas·o·pres·sin)
Pronunciation: /ˌvāzōˈpresən, ˌvasō-/
Definition of vasopressin

noun

Biochemistry
  • a pituitary hormone that acts to promote the retention of water by the kidneys and increase blood pressure.

Origin:

1920s: from vasopressor 'causing constriction in blood vessels' + -in1

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