dopamine

 
Pronunciation: /ˈdəʊpəmiːn/

noun

[mass noun] Biochemistry
  • a compound present in the body as a neurotransmitter and a precursor of other substances including adrenalin.
    • Alternative name: 3,4-dihydroxyphenylethylamine; chemical formula: C8H11NO2

Origin:

1950s: blend of dopa and amine