neurohormonal

[ noor-oh-hawr-mohn-l, nyoor- ]

adjective

1. pertaining to or controlled by a neurohormone.
2. pertaining to, affecting, or controlled by neurons or neurotransmitters and hormones.

Word History and Origins

Origin of neurohormonal¹

1930–35; neuro- + hormonal ( def )

Example Sentences

Whether virtual interactions are able to recapitulate the neurohormonal benefits of partnered sex remains to be determined.

From Nautilus