cycasin

/sɪˈkæsɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a glucoside found in the seeds of Cycas and other cycads, that is a carcinogenic compound

“The scientist studied the toxic effects of cycasin on plant growth”

Synonyms

  • cycasin
  • cycasin toxin
  • cycasine

Antonyms

  • cycasin inhibitor
  • non-carcinogenic compound