strychnine meaning

UK US /ˈstrɪknaɪn/ 2 syllables

strychnine (noun): an alkaloid plant toxin extracted chiefly from nux vomica; formerly used as a stimulant.

Definition of strychnine

  1. an alkaloid plant toxin extracted chiefly from nux vomica; formerly used as a stimulant

    Type of: plant toxin, alkaloid

How to pronounce strychnine

strychnine is pronounced /ˈstrɪknaɪn/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Scrabble score: 18 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with ST · words ending in NE · 10-letter words

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