adenosine

noun

aden·​o·​sine ə-ˈde-nə-ˌsēn How to pronounce adenosine (audio)
-sən
: a nucleoside C10H13N5O4 that is a constituent of RNA and yields adenine and ribose on hydrolysis

Examples of adenosine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Key Ingredients: Red algae extract, green coffee extract, caffeine Shades: 20 More to know: On skin-care composition, this is infused with red algae extract for moisture and adenosine for smoothing, along with green coffee extract and caffeine for puffiness and dark circles. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Sep. 2024 Caffeine also relieves pain by interacting with adenosine receptors, which are key players in the body’s pain perception mechanisms. Danielle Wilhour, Discover Magazine, 15 Aug. 2024 Valerian may also reduce anxiety by activating adenosine, a chemical in the body that regulates mood and anxiety.6 The mechanisms of action are unclear, as various studies have produced inconsistent results. Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 23 July 2024 By inhibiting adenosine, caffeine increases alertness.22 Caffeine has other effects on the body. Allison Herries, Verywell Health, 11 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for adenosine 

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Word History

Etymology

borrowed from German Adenosin, blend of Adenin adenine and Ribose ribose

First Known Use

circa 1909, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of adenosine was circa 1909

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Cite this Entry

“Adenosine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adenosine. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

adenosine

noun
aden·​o·​sine ə-ˈden-ə-ˌsēn, -sən How to pronounce adenosine (audio)
: a nucleoside C10H13N5O4 that is a constituent of RNA yielding adenine and ribose on hydrolysis
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