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单词 endorphin
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Definition of endorphin in English:

endorphin

noun ɛnˈdɔːfɪnˌɛnˈdɔrfin
  • Any of a group of hormones secreted within the brain and nervous system and having a number of physiological functions. They are peptides which activate the body's opiate receptors, causing an analgesic effect.

    〔生化〕内啡肽

    Example sentencesExamples
    • Doing so will help your body produce endorphins, feel-good brain chemicals that can counter feelings of stress.
    • Physical activity is known to influence the physiological production of endorphins in the brain that also elevate mood.
    • It is well established that exercise improves mood, thanks to the powerful effect of chemical endorphins on the brain.
    • Exercise, too, can give you a real high and has been shown to have a profound effect on people who are depressed, possibly by releasing endorphins in the brain.
    • This procedure is said to release detoxification by causing the release of endorphins, the body's pain killers.

Origin

1970s: blend of endogenous and morphine.

Definition of endorphin in US English:

endorphin

nounˌenˈdôrfēnˌɛnˈdɔrfin
  • Any of a group of hormones secreted within the brain and nervous system and having a number of physiological functions. They are peptides which activate the body's opiate receptors, causing an analgesic effect.

    〔生化〕内啡肽

    Example sentencesExamples
    • Physical activity is known to influence the physiological production of endorphins in the brain that also elevate mood.
    • Exercise, too, can give you a real high and has been shown to have a profound effect on people who are depressed, possibly by releasing endorphins in the brain.
    • Doing so will help your body produce endorphins, feel-good brain chemicals that can counter feelings of stress.
    • This procedure is said to release detoxification by causing the release of endorphins, the body's pain killers.
    • It is well established that exercise improves mood, thanks to the powerful effect of chemical endorphins on the brain.

Origin

1970s: blend of endogenous and morphine.

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