Monoamine definition
An amine compound containing one amino group, especially a compound that functions as a neurotransmitter.
noun
An amine with one amino group.
noun
An amine compound containing one amino group, especially a compound that functions as a neurotransmitter.
noun
An amine compound containing one amino group (NH2 ), especially such a compound that functions as a neurotransmitter. The catecholamines and serotonin are monoamines. Abnormal levels of monoamines in the brain have been implicated in mood disorders.
(chemistry, biochemistry) Any compound having a single amino functional group, especially a neurotransmitter.
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Noun
Singular:
monoamine
Plural:
monoaminesOrigin of monoamine
- From mono- + amine.
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