calcitonin | Amarkosh

Meaning of word calcitonin from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

Meaning : Thyroid hormone that tends to lower the level of calcium in the blood plasma and inhibit resorption of bone.

Synonyms : thyrocalcitonin

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Of or concerning the theory of pragmatism.

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Interrupt before its natural or planned end.

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Give, sell, or transfer to another.

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In a productive way.

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Destroy completely.