Definitions

1. noun

A type of alkaloid found in the urine of the Arctic fox, obtained from the urine by distillation and crystallization.

“The researchers isolated the phocaenine from the fox’s urine and studied its properties.”

2. noun

A type of compound found in the body of the Arctic fox, related to the metabolism of its diet.

“The scientist analyzed the phocaenine in the fox’s body to understand its adaptation to the Arctic environment.”