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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

vasopressin

/væsəˈprɛsɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does vasopressin mean?

noun

A hormone that causes the kidneys to reabsorb water, thereby increasing blood pressure, and also has a role in the regulation of water in the body.

Example

"The doctor prescribed vasopressin to help the patient's blood pressure return to normal."

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