toxicarol

/tɒksɪˈkɑːrɒl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of alkaloid found in certain plants, particularly those of the Solanaceae family.

“The researchers isolated the toxicarol from the plant and studied its properties.”

2. adjective

Relating to or resembling toxicarol; poisonous or toxic.

“The toxicarol compound was highly toxic and required special handling precautions.”

Synonyms

  • alkaloid
  • toxin

Antonyms

  • harmless
  • non-toxic