tyramine

noun

ty·​ra·​mine ˈtī-rə-ˌmēn 

: a phenolic amine C₈H₁₁NO found in various foods and beverages (such as cheese and red wine) that has a sympathomimetic action and is derived from tyrosine

Examples of tyramine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Some people are sensitive to tyramine, which can cause a spike in blood and heart rate. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 23, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026

Certain foods—such as those containing tyramine, sulfites, and aspartame—can trigger attacks. — Joy Emeh, Health, 22 June 2026

Aged Cheese and Fermented Foods A compound called tyramine is contained in a long list of foods, including aged cheeses, cured meats like pepperoni and salami, soy sauce, sauerkraut, and pickled foods like kimchi. — Sara Hoffman, Verywell Health, 27 May 2026

The fermentation process in kombucha creates tyramine—a compound that stimulates your nervous system—and trace amounts of caffeine. — Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary tyrosine + amine

First Known Use

1910, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tyramine

• alkaline
• andesine
• anodyne
• anticline
• arginine
• asinine
• benzidine
• borderline
• byzantine
• calamine
• caroline
• centerline

Medical Definition

tyramine

noun

ty·​ra·​mine ˈtī-rə-ˌmēn 

: a phenolic amine C₈H₁₁NO that is found in various foods and beverages (as cheese and red wine), has a sympathomimetic action, and is derived from tyrosine