Definitions

1. noun

A chemical substance produced by glands in the endocrine system that regulates the body’s metabolism, growth, and development

“The doctor explained that the hormone imbalance was causing her symptoms.”

2. noun

A chemical messenger that transmits signals between nerve cells or between a nerve cell and a gland

“The hormone dopamine plays a crucial role in the brain’s reward system.”

3. verb

To produce or secrete a hormone

“The gland hormone is produced by the pituitary gland.”