veratryl

vɛˈrætrɪl

Definitions

1. noun

A derivative of veratrine, found in the calabar bean.

“The scientist isolated veratryl from the plant’s toxic alkaloids.”

2. chemistry

A compound derived from the calabar bean.

“The chemist synthesized veratryl to study its properties.”

Synonyms

  • calabar bean derivative
  • veratrine

Antonyms

  • non-toxic compound