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renin (n.)

enzyme found in kidneys, 1894, from German Renin, from Latin renes "kidneys" (see renal) + -in (2).

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Definitions of renin from WordNet

renin (n.)
a proteolytic enzyme secreted by the kidneys; catalyzes the formation of angiotensin and thus affects blood pressure;
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