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alarm reaction

noun

Definition of ALARM REACTION

:  the initial reaction of an organism (as increased hormonal activity) to stress
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First Known Use of ALARM REACTION

1936
Medical Dictionary

alarm reaction

noun \ə-ˈlärm-\

Medical Definition of ALARM REACTION

:  the initial reaction of an organism (as increased hormonal activity) to stress

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