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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

catecholamine

/kætɪˈkɒləmɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does catecholamine mean?

noun

A group of neurotransmitters, including adrenaline, noradrenaline, and dopamine, that play a key role in the body's fight-or-flight response.

Example

"The doctor ordered a blood test to measure the levels of catecholamines in the patient's system."

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