Associations to the word «Alkaloid»

Wiktionary

ALKALOID, noun. (organic chemistry) Any of many organic heterocyclic bases, that occur in nature and often have medicinal properties.
ALKALOID, adjective. Relating to, resembling, or containing alkali.

Dictionary definition

ALKALOID, noun. Natural bases containing nitrogen found in plants.

Wise words

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