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Word: Coniine
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
mid 19th century: from Latin conium (from Greek kōneion ‘hemlock’) + -ine
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈkəʊnɪiːn
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a volatile poisonous compound found in hemlock and other plants. It affects the motor nerves, causing paralysis and asphyxia.
Short Definition:volatile poisonous compound found in hemlock
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