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    ENBREL

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     I. (noun) 

    Sense 1

    Meaning:

    A genetically engineered anti-TNF compound (trade name Enbrel) consisting of receptors that bind TNF; it is injected twice a week in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritisplay

    Synonyms:

    Enbrel; etanercept

    Classified under:

    Nouns denoting man-made objects

    Hypernyms ("Enbrel" is a kind of...):

    anti-TNF compound (a class of drugs that block the action of tumor necrosis factor (TNF); used in cases of rheumatoid arthritis because TNF instigates inflammation of the joints)

    Domain usage:

    trade name (a name given to a product or service)

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