alcapton

/ˈɔlkæptən/

Definitions

1. noun

A chemical compound that is the product of the breakdown of homogentisate

“The researchers studied the effects of alcapton on the human body.”

2. noun

A type of urine discoloration due to alkaptonuria

Synonyms

  • alkaptonuria
  • black urine

Antonyms

  • clear urine
  • normal urine