gamma-aminobutyric acid

noun

gam·ma-ami·no·bu·tyr·ic acid ˌga-mə-ə-ˌmē-(ˌ)nō-byü-ˈtir-ik-

ˌga-mə-ˌa-mə-(ˌ)nō-

: an amino acid C₄H₉NO₂ that is a neurotransmitter which induces inhibition of postsynaptic neurons

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The Revox 7 serum also contains gamma-aminobutyric acid, another form of amino acid that reduces the appearance of prominent lines and skin creasing. —

Sarah Han, Allure, 27 Sep. 2024 Common neurotransmitters include serotonin, epinephrine, dopamine, acetylcholine, and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). —

Smita Patel, Verywell Health, 25 Sep. 2024 Magnesium binds with a chemical messenger in our brains called gamma-aminobutyric acid (GAMA), which then signals to our nervous system to relax. —

Audrey Noble, Allure, 13 Sep. 2024 Herbal teas like valerian root, lemon balm, and chamomile act on the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) to facilitate and improve sleep quality. —

Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 10 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for gamma-aminobutyric acid

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1900, in the meaning defined above

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