abrine

/ˈæbraɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a toxic or irritating substance, especially in the form of a powder or dust, found in the sap of certain plants, especially the poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac.

“The hikers had to take precautions to avoid exposure to the urushiol-based abrine from the poison oak.”

Synonyms

  • allergen
  • irritant

Antonyms

  • benign substance
  • harmless agent