sphingine
/ˈsfɪndʒaɪn/Definitions
1. noun
A type of steroid alkaloid found in certain plants, particularly those in the genus Sphinga.
“The scientist isolated a new sphingine compound from the Sphinga plant, paving the way for further research.”
2. adjective
Relating to or derived from sphingine compounds.
“The team of researchers worked with sphingine-related compounds to develop new medicines.”