aloid

/ˈæloʊɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of compound found in opium, such as morphine or codeine.

“The aloid was extracted from the opium poppy to create a painkiller.”

2. noun

A type of poisonous alkaloid compound found in plants.

“The aloid in the plant was highly toxic and required careful handling.”

Synonyms

  • alkaloid
  • toxin

Antonyms

  • antidote
  • medicine