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inhibin

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈhɪbɪn/

Definition of inhibin

noun

[mass noun] Biochemistry
  • a gonadal hormone which inhibits the secretion of follicle-stimulating hormone, under consideration as a potential male contraceptive.

Origin:

1930s: from Latin inhibere 'hinder' + -in1

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