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Acetylcholine

Noun:

- A neurotransmitter that is essential for the transmission of nerve impulses in the central and peripheral nervous systems.

Sample Sentence: The release of acetylcholine allows for the communication between nerve cells and muscle cells, enabling movement.

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Adjective:

- Referring to or relating to the neurotransmitter acetylcholine.

Sample Sentence: The acetylcholine receptor is responsible for binding acetylcholine molecules and initiating the activation of the postsynaptic cell.

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Verb:

- (Rare usage) To increase or stimulate the release of acetylcholine in the nervous system.

Sample Sentence: The drug was designed to acetylcholine the nervous system, in turn enhancing cognitive functions.

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