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veratrine

/vɛˈrætrɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does veratrine mean?

noun

A toxic alkaloid found in the roots of the aconitum plant, used as a local anesthetic and in medicine. It is highly toxic and should be handled with care.

Example

"The doctor used veratrine to numb the patient's skin before the surgery."

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