oxytocin
noun/ˌɑksiˈtoʊsɪn/
Frequency rank: #15,317 most common English word
Meaning
a hormone produced in the brain that promotes social bonding, trust, and is involved in childbirth and breastfeeding.
Example sentence
During childbirth, the body releases oxytocin to help stimulate contractions and promote bonding between mother and baby.
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