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histamine

The correct spelling is histamine.

How to pronounce histamine

noun

IPA: /ˈhɪstəmiːn/

Say it like: His-tam-ine

The correct spelling is histamine. An amine, C5H9N3, formed by decarboxylation of histidine, that causes dilatation of capillaries, contraction of smooth muscle, and stimulation of gastric acid secretion; it is r…

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noun

  1. 1.An amine, C5H9N3, formed by decarboxylation of histidine, that causes dilatation of capillaries, contraction of smooth muscle, and stimulation of gastric acid secretion; it is released during allergic reactions.

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