Definition of barbituate
"barbituate" is probably misspelled. Trying barbiturate instead Definition of barbiturate
1. barbiturate [ n ] organic compound having powerful soporific effect; overdose can be fatal
Used in print:(E. Gellhorn, "Prolegomena to a theory of the emotions"...)
On_the_other_hand , the temporary reduction in hypothalamic excitability through the injection of a barbiturate into the posterior hypothalamus causes a lessening in frequency and amplitude of cortical strychnine spikes until the hypothalamic excitability is restored .
Synonyms barbiturate Related Terms sedative-hypnotic drug_of_abuse barbital sodium_thiopental pentobarbital_sodium mephobarbital secobarbital_sodium thiopental amobarbitalSimilar Spelling
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