Meaning of the word oxytocin in English
What does oxytocin mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
oxytocin
US /ˌɑːk.sɪˈtoʊ.sɪn/
UK /ˌɒk.sɪˈtəʊ.sɪn/
Noun
a hormone released by the pituitary gland that causes increased contraction of the uterus during labor and stimulates the ejection of milk into the ducts of the breasts.
Example:
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The doctor administered oxytocin to induce labor.
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Oxytocin is often called the 'love hormone' due to its role in social bonding.