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hormone
/ˈhɔːr.moʊn/
[/ˈhɔːr.moʊn/]
body chemical messenger
Advancednoun
Definition
A chemical made by the body that controls how organs and tissues work.
Example
During puberty, hormones cause many rapid changes in a young person's body.
During puberty, hormones cause many rapid changes in a young person's body.
Etymology
From Greek 'horman', meaning to set in motion.
How & Where It’s Used
Central to talk of growth, mood, and reproduction.