[U] a substance produced in the body when you are excited, afraid or angry. It makes the heart beat faster and increases your energy and ability to move quickly:
The excitement at the start of a race can really get the adrenalin flowing. * a rush / surge of adrenalin * A shot of adrenalin was given as an antidote to the wasp sting.
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