autacoid

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English

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Etymology

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aut- +‎ Ancient Greek ἄκος (ákos, remedy) +‎ -oid

Noun

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autacoid (plural autacoids)

  1. (biochemistry) A hormone or similar compound that has a short-term, local effect
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