pitocin
nounHow many syllables in pitocin?
There are 3 syllables in the word pitocin.How to pronounce pitocin:
Definition of pitocin:
- pitocin (noun):
- noun. hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland (trade name Pitocin); stimulates contractions of the uterus and ejection of milk.
Synonyms for pitocin:
endocrine
internal secretion
oxytocin
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