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Meaning of hormone

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hormone

Pronunciation:/ˈhɔːməʊn//ˈhɔːɹmoʊn/

noun

Definitions

  1. Any substance produced by one tissue and conveyed by the bloodstream to another to effect physiological activity.

  2. A synthetic compound with the same activity.

  3. Any similar substance in plants.

verb

Definitions

  1. To treat with hormones.