Phenylethylamine Definition
fĕnəl-ĕthə-lə-mēn, -lămən, fēnəl-
noun
An amine, C8 H11 N, that has pharmacological properties similar to those of amphetamine, occurs naturally as a neurotransmitter in the brain, and is present in chocolate and oil of bitter almonds.
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Any of several derivatives of this compound, including amphetamine, mescaline, and neurotransmitters such as dopamine.
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phenylethylamine
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