dynorphin Definition
dy·nor·phin (dī nôr′fin)
noun
any of a group of brain peptides that are powerful pain relievers: though similar to endorphins, they differ in derivation, effectiveness, etc.
Etymology: dyn(a)- + (m)orphin(e)
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- ‹ dynamotor
- ‹ dynamometry
- ‹ dynamometer
- ‹ dynamoelectric
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