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Synonyms
1. angiotensin-converting_enzyme_inhibitor
noun. an antihypertensive drug that blocks the formation of angiotensin II in the kidney, leading to relaxation of the arteries; promotes the excretion of salt and water by inhibiting the activity of the angiotensin converting enzyme; also used to treat congestive heart failure.
2. angiotensin-converting_enzyme
noun. proteolytic enzyme that converts angiotensin I into angiotensin II.
3. angiotensin
noun. ['ˌænˌdʒiːoʊˈtɛnsɪn'] any of several vasoconstrictor substances (trade name Hypertensin) that cause narrowing of blood vessels.
Etymology
- angio- (English)
- ἀγγεῖον (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
- tensin (English)
