Relaxin Definition

rĭ-lăksĭn
noun
A polypeptide hormone associated with pregnancy, used experimentally to relax the pelvic ligaments, as in childbirth.
Webster's New World

(biochemistry) A peptide hormone of the insulin superfamily.

Wiktionary
verb

Eye dialect spelling of relaxing.

Wiktionary

Other Word Forms of Relaxin

Noun

Singular:
relaxin
Plural:
relaxins

Origin of Relaxin

  • relax +"Ž -in

    From Wiktionary

Relaxin Sentence Examples

  • In a past e-alert, I told you about an FMS treatment called relaxin.

  • Even tho this hormone therapy appears to be safe and effective, talk to your doctor before including relaxin as part of your regimen.

  • What is the role of the ovarian hormone relaxin (RLX) in non-pregnant women?

  • Also, during pregnancy the hormone relaxin softens the muscles of the pelvic floor ready for the birth.