conessine

/kɒˈnɛsɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A diterpenoid alkaloid found in the leaves of the plant Piptadenia gonoacantha.

“Conessine has been researched for its potential medicinal properties.”

2. verb

To treat or prepare with conessine, especially in traditional medicine.

“The local healer conessined the patient to cure their illness.”

Synonyms

  • alkaloid
  • diterpenoid

Antonyms

  • acid
  • base