n 1  :  either of two forms of a kinin of which one has marked physiological activity : esp  :  ANGIOTENSIN II  2  :  a synthetic amide derivative of angiotensin II used to treat some forms of hypotension .
 
 
 
Similar sounding terms:  angiotensin I  angiotensin II 
 
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