adrenalin
|a-dren-a-lin|
B2
/əˈdrɛnəlɪn/
hormone surge
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adrenalin' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adrenal,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'renal' meant 'kidney.'
Historical Evolution
'adrenal' transformed into the modern English word 'adrenalin' through scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the hormone produced by the adrenal glands, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that increases heart rate, muscle strength, blood pressure, and sugar metabolism; also known as epinephrine.
The thrill of the roller coaster ride gave him a rush of adrenalin.
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Last updated: 2025/05/13 00:21