Definitions

1. noun

A toxic alkaloid, C9H15NO2, found in certain mushrooms and poisonous to humans and other animals.

“The mushroom contained muscarine, a potent toxin that can cause respiratory failure in large doses.”

2. adjective

Describing a substance or compound that contains muscarine or is similar in chemical structure or activity.

“The chemist studied muscarine-like compounds in an effort to develop new medicines.”