ricin | ||
1. | [ noun ] (biology,chemistry,medicine,zoology,biochemistry,immunology,pharmacology) a toxic protein extracted from castor beans; used as a chemical reagent; can be used as a bioweapon | |
Synonyms: | ricin_toxin | |
Examples: | "one milligram of ricin can kill an adult" |
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Related terms: | albumin toxin | |
Similar spelling: |
Riggin rich_in Rison risen Rigney Riggan Ricken |