a hormone produced by the adrenal medulla; called also adrenaline (British). Its function is to aid in the regulation of the sympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system. hormone of the adrenal medulla which, instilled in the eye, causes a constriction of the conjunctival vessels, dilates the pupil and diminishes the intraocular pressure. See adrenergic receptors; ocular decongestant; naphazoline; neurotransmitter; noradrenaline (norepinephrine).
Name Mayur generally means Peacock, is of Indian origin, Name Mayur is a Masculine (or Boy) name. Person with name Mayur are mainly Hindu by religion. Name Mayur belongs to rashi Sinh (Leo) with dominant planet Sun (Surya) and Nakshatra (stars) Makha.
Here are all the possible meanings and translations of the word amur`. The Nuttall Encyclopedia(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: Amur`. a large eastward-flowing river, partly in Siberia and partly in China, which, after a course of 3060 m., falls into the Sea of Okhotsk.