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ANTIADRENERGIC
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Relating to blocking or reducing adrenergic effects in the body
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Relational adjectives (pertainyms)
Pertainym:
epinephrine (a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action)