Noun: adrenaline u'dre-nu-lin
- A catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action
"adrenaline is used to treat severe allergic reactions";
- epinephrine, epinephrin, Adrenalin
Derived forms: adrenalines
Type of: neurotransmitter, pressor, vasoconstrictive, vasoconstrictor
Encyclopedia: Adrenaline