sepsine

/sɛpˈsaɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of crystalline mineral that is a hydrated sodium borate

“The geologist examined the sepsine deposits in the mine.”

2. noun

a rare or obsolete word for a type of poisonous plant

“The old book mentioned sepsine as a deadly plant that was once used in medicine.”

Synonyms

  • borate
  • borax

Antonyms

  • oxide
  • silicate