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Oxytocin — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • oxytocin noun A hormone that triggers labour contractions and milk production, and is also linked to trust and emotional bonding.

Senses

Oxytocin is used for these senses in English:

  • oxytocin (hormone) A hormone that stimulates contractions during labor, and then the production of milk; also plays a role in social bonding.
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