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Vocabulary Entry
epinephrine
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A hormone produced by the adrenal glands that increases heart rate, muscle strength, blood pressure, and sugar metabolism; also known as adrenaline.
Example Sentences
"The doctor administered epinephrine to counteract the allergic reaction."
"Epinephrine plays a crucial role in the fight-or-flight response."
"In emergencies, an epinephrine injection can be life-saving."
V
verb
To administer or cause to be administered epinephrine.
Example Sentences
"The paramedic epinephrined the patient after assessing their condition."
"In cases of severe asthma attacks, doctors may epinephrine the patient."
"It’s important to know how to epinephrine someone in anaphylactic shock."