Meaning of the word adenosine in English

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adenosine

US /əˈdɛn.əˌsiːn/
UK /əˈdɛn.əˌsiːn/

Noun

a nucleoside composed of adenine and ribose, which is a component of ATP, ADP, and AMP, and plays a crucial role in various biochemical processes, including energy transfer and cell signaling

Example:
Adenosine is a key molecule in energy metabolism.
The drug works by blocking adenosine receptors.