haloxylin

/hælˈɒksɪlɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A chemical compound derived from the bark of the Prinos or holly-leaved rock rose.

“The researcher isolated halyoxylin, a natural chemical from the plant’s bark.”

2. adjective

Relating to or derived from the holly-leaved rock rose.

“The halyoxylin-based medicine was developed to treat various conditions.”

Synonyms

  • haloxyline
  • holyoxlin