narceine

/ˈnɑrsɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A naturally occurring alkaloid found in the opium poppy.

“The scientist studied the properties of narceine in the poppy plant.”

2. noun

An obsolete term for a morphine derivative.

“Historically, narceine was used to describe a specific type of morphine-based substance.”

Synonyms

  • alkaloid
  • morphine

Antonyms

  • analgesic
  • opioid