bradykinin Meaning & Definition
/ˌbɹæd.ɪˈkʌɪ.nɪn/
What Does Bradykinin Mean?
As a noun, bradykinin means A compound released in the blood in some circumstances which causes contraction of smooth muscle and dilation of blood vessels. It is a peptide with nine amino-acid residues.
Quick Facts About Bradykinin
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˌbɹæd.ɪˈkʌɪ.nɪn/ |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Plural | bradykinins |
Bradykinin Definition (Noun)
- A compound released in the blood in some circumstances which causes contraction of smooth muscle and dilation of blood vessels. It is a peptide with nine amino-acid residues.
Synonyms of Bradykinin
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Bradykinin synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
bradykinin (countable and uncountable, plural bradykinins)
Words That Rhyme With Bradykinin
Origin of Bradykinin
From Ancient Greek βραδύς (bradús, “slow, brady-”) + Ancient Greek κίνησις (kínēsis, “motion”) + -in.
How Do You Say Bradykinin?
You say bradykinin as /ˌbɹæd.ɪˈkʌɪ.nɪn/. It has 4 syllables, with the main stress on the third syllable (kʌɪ).