English Explanatory Dictionary

prostaglandin

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Any of a group of naturally occurring lipids derived from the C₂₀ acid prostanoic acid; they have a number of physiological functions and may be considered to be hormones.

Pronunciation

/pɹɒstəˈɡlændɪn/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Wodencafe-prostaglandin.wav

Word forms

prostaglandin prostaglandins

Etymology

From German Prostaglandin. Equivalent to prosta(te) + gland + -in. So called because it was originally believed to be secreted by the prostate.

Derived words

alprostadil antiprostaglandin hydroxyprostaglandin
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