Definitions

1. noun

The process by which certain plants produce cyanide, especially as a defense mechanism to deter herbivores.

“The plant’s cyanogenesis was a result of its natural adaptation to protect itself from predators.”

2. noun

The production of cyanide by living organisms, especially plants and bacteria.

“The researchers studied the cyanogenesis of the specific plant species to understand its properties.”

3. noun

A chemical process or reaction that results in the production of cyanide compounds.

“The team of scientists examined the cyanogenesis reaction in the chemical experiment.”