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histaminase
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histamine
his·ta·mine [ hístə mn ]


noun 
Definition:
 
substance released by the body: an amine released by immune cells that produces allergic reactions
[Early 20th century. Blend of histidine + amine]

his·ta·min·ic [ hìstə mínnik ] adjective
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