guaiac

/ˈɡweɪæk/ or /ˈɡweɪək/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of resin obtained from the tree Guaiacum officinale, used in medicine and as a writing instrument

“The doctor prescribed a treatment that involved a small amount of guaiac to help diagnose internal injuries.”

Synonyms

  • lac
  • resin

Antonyms

  • poison
  • toxin