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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

urushiol

/ˌʊrʊˈʃoʊl/ noun · British & US
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What does urushiol mean?

noun

A chemical compound found in the sap of poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac plants, causing an allergic reaction in some people.

Example

"The urushiol in the plant caused a severe rash on her skin after she touched it."

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