insulin Meaning & Definition
/ˈɪnsjʊlin/
What Does Insulin Mean?
Insulin is used as a noun meaning A polypeptide hormone that regulates carbohydrate metabolism.
Insulin: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɪnsjʊlin/ |
| Plural | insulins |
Insulin Definition (Noun)
- A polypeptide hormone that regulates carbohydrate metabolism.
Synonyms of Insulin
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Insulin synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
insulin (countable and uncountable, plural insulins)
Words That Rhyme With Insulin
Origin of Insulin
From Latin īnsula (“island”) (named for the islets of Langerhans, where insulin is produced) + -in.