Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of scombroid poisoning, a condition caused by eating spoiled fish that contains the toxin histamine.

“The doctor warned the patient that eating the spoiled tuna would lead to scombroid symptoms.”

2. noun

A condition caused by eating spoiled fish that contains the toxin histamine, characterized by symptoms such as hives, itching, and swelling.

“After eating the spoiled fish, the patient experienced severe scombroid symptoms.”