adrenergic
Pronunciation: /ˌadrɪˈnəːdʒɪk/
Definition of adrenergic
adjective
Physiology- relating to or denoting nerve cells in which adrenaline, noradrenaline, or a similar substance acts as a neurotransmitter. Contrasted with cholinergic.
Origin:
1930s: from adrenaline + Greek ergon 'work' + -ic
