"GABA" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

IPA: /ˈɡæbə/
Rhymes: -æbə Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} GABA
  1. (organic chemistry) Acronym of gamma-aminobutyric acid. Tags: abbreviation, acronym, alt-of Alternative form of: gamma-aminobutyric acid Categories (topical): Neurotransmitters, Organic compounds Derived forms: GABAergic

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