word
pheromone
FAIR-oh-mohn
ˈfɛrəmoʊnListen
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Syllable breakdown
pheromone
Dictionary meaning
A chemical substance secreted by an insect or other animal that triggers a social or behavioural response in others of the same species.
History and origin
Greek — 'pherein' (to carry) + 'hormōn' (exciting, setting in motion).
Common mispronunciations
FER-oh-mohnFAIR-uh-mohn
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