Meaning of ghrelin in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈɡrɛlɪn/

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1. Noun

   ghrelin

   Etymology

   1990s: from gh, representing the initial letters of growth hormone, + rel, from releasing, + -in

   Definitions

   1. a hormone produced by stomach cells

   Examples

   • « ghrelin is thought to increase feelings of hunger »