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1. angiotensin
noun. ['ˌænˌdʒiːoʊˈtɛnsɪn'] any of several vasoconstrictor substances (trade name Hypertensin) that cause narrowing of blood vessels.
Etymology
- angio- (English)
- ἀγγεῖον (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
- tensin (English)
Rhymes with Angiotensin
- aflatoxin
- alfonsin
- anacin
- anniston
- ansin
- bassin
- carrisyn
- cassin
- cecin
- centoxin
- chacin
- chasin
- cossin
- crossin
- dancin'
- debrecen
- dioxin
- dulcine
- ethelson
- galitsin
How do you pronounce angiotensin?
Pronounce angiotensin as ˌænˌʤioʊˈtɛnsɪn.
US - How to pronounce angiotensin in American English
UK - How to pronounce angiotensin in British English
Sentences with angiotensin
1. Noun, singular or mass
The kidneys secrete renin into the bloodstream, where it interacts with angiotensin.
2. Adjective
This medication acts to block the production of a chemical in your body called angiotensin II.
2. angiotensin-converting_enzyme
noun. proteolytic enzyme that converts angiotensin I into angiotensin II.
3. angiotensin-converting_enzyme_inhibitor
noun. an antihypertensive drug that blocks the formation of angiotensin II in the kidney, leading to relaxation of the arteries; promotes the excretion of salt and water by inhibiting the activity of the angiotensin converting enzyme; also used to treat congestive heart failure.
