cyclic GMP
noun
-ˌjē-(ˌ)em-ˈpē 
: a cyclic mononucleotide of guanosine that acts similarly to cyclic AMP as a secondary messenger in response to hormones
Word History
Etymology
guanosine + mon- + phosphate
First Known Use
1969, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
cyclic GMP
noun
-ˌjē-ˌem-ˈpē
: a cyclic mononucleotide of guanosine that acts similarly to cyclic AMP as a second messenger in response to hormones
called also cyclic guanosine monophosphate, guanosine 3′,5′-monophosphate