veratrole

/ˌvɛrəˈtroʊl/

Definitions

1. noun

A toxic lignan found in various plants, particularly the genus Veratrum.

“The laboratory analyzed the compound, identifying it as veratrole, a known toxin.”

Synonyms

  • lignan
  • toxin

Antonyms

  • harmless substance
  • non-toxic compound