Definitions

1. adjective

Having or resembling ricinine, a toxic alkaloid.

“The ricininic compound was isolated from the plant’s leaves and tested for its potential medicinal properties.”

2. noun

A ricinine or ricininic compound, especially one derived from the plant.

“The researcher studied the ricininic compounds found in the plant’s roots and stems.”

3. chemistry

A type of ricinine or ricininic compound, especially one derived from the plant.

“The ricininic compound was synthesized in the laboratory and its properties studied.”