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his·ta·mine
 histamine
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- pronunciation:
- hI
st
min
[or]
hI
st
mihn
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
an organic crystalline compound, produced esp. during an allergic reaction, that lowers blood pressure, dilates blood vessels, and increases stomach secretions. (Cf. antihistamine.)
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definition 2: |
a chemically derived form of this compound used for medicinal and diagnostic purposes.
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derivation: |
histaminic (adj.) |
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