beta-blocker

be·ta-block·er

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [bey-tuh or, esp. British, bee- blok-er]
- /ˈbeɪ tə or, esp. British, ˈbi- ˈblɒk ər/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [bey-tuh or, esp. British, bee- blok-er]
- /ˈbeɪ tə or, esp. British, ˈbi- ˈblɒk ər/

Definition of beta-blocker word

noun beta-blocker any of various substances that interfere with the action of the beta receptors: used primarily to reduce the heart rate or force in the prevention, management, or treatment of angina, hypertension, or arrythmias. 1

before 1975

One of the 1% newest English words

First recorded in 1975-80

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