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ki·nin
(kī′nĭn)n.
Any of various structurally related polypeptides, such as bradykinin, that act locally to induce vasodilation and contraction of smooth muscle.
[Short for bradykinin.]
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kinin
(ˈkaɪnɪn)n
1. (Biochemistry) any of a group of polypeptides in the blood that cause dilation of the blood vessels and make smooth muscles contract
2. (Botany) another name for cytokinin
[C20: from Greek kin(ēma) motion + -in]
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ki•nin
(ˈkaɪ nɪn, ˈkɪn ɪn)n.
1. cytokinin.
2. any of a group of hormones, formed in body tissues, that cause dilation of blood vessels.
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Noun 1. kinin - any of a class of plant hormones that promote cell division and delay the senescence of leaves
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