cimicifugin

/sɪmɪsɪˈfʌɡɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A chemical compound derived from the bloodroot plant, used in medicine as an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic.

“The research team discovered the potential of cimicifugin in treating various skin conditions.”

2. adjective

Describing a substance or compound that has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

“The chemist studied the cimicifugin properties in the bloodroot plant.”

3. verb

To treat or apply cimicifugin as a medicine.

“The doctor prescribed cimicifugin to her patient for the wound to heal faster.”

Synonyms

  • anti-inflammatory
  • antiseptic
  • healing agent

Antonyms

  • harmful agent
  • inflammatory
  • irritant