adenosine

noun

aden·​o·​sine ə-ˈde-nə-ˌsēn 

-sən

: a nucleoside C₁₀H₁₃N₅O₄ that is a constituent of RNA and yields adenine and ribose on hydrolysis

Examples of adenosine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Another habit linked to adenosine receptors and sleep quality is stopping your caffeine in the early afternoon. —Tanya Akim, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025

Powered by a blend of organic ingredients, this clear gel combines peptides with nourishing extracts like rice protein, adenosine (which can thicken the hair shaft), and peony root complex to stimulate hair growth and strengthen existing hairs. —Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Jan. 2025

Caffeine, we’re told, does its work by preventing adenosine from doing its work. —Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 20 Jan. 2025

This toner’s adenosine promotes skin elasticity and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 19 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from German Adenosin, blend of Adenin adenine and Ribose ribose

First Known Use

circa 1909, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing adenosine

• adenosine diphosphate
• adenosine monophosphate
• adenosine triphosphatase
• adenosine triphosphate

Rhymes for adenosine

• acetylene
• amphetamine
• anthropocene
• antipyrine
• apomorphine
• apoprotein
• aquamarine
• arsphenamine
• azobenzene
• buprenorphine
• chlorobenzene
• chlorpromazine

Medical Definition

adenosine

noun

aden·​o·​sine ə-ˈden-ə-ˌsēn, -sən 

: a nucleoside C₁₀H₁₃N₅O₄ that is a constituent of RNA yielding adenine and ribose on hydrolysis