coniine

Definitions


[ˈkəʊnɪiːn], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a volatile poisonous compound found in hemlock and other plants. It affects the motor nerves, causing paralysis and asphyxia


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Origin:
mid 19th century: from Latin conium (from Greek kōneion ‘hemlock’) + -ine




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