vɛrəˈtrɪdɪn

Definitions

1. noun

A powerful neurotoxin found in the skin secretions of certain species of toads and frogs, particularly the cane toad.

“The researchers studied the effects of veratridin on the nervous system of laboratory animals.”

2. verb

To poison or kill with or as if with veratridin.

“The insect was veratridined by the toxic secretions of the toad.”