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.

Rhymes with Angiotensin Ii Inhibitor

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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.

4. inhibitor

noun. ['ˌɪnˈhɪbətɝ'] a substance that retards or stops an activity.

5. HSV-II

noun. a herpes virus that can cause genital herpes.

6. ii

adjective. being one more than one.

7. II

noun. the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number.