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amygdalin

Pronunciation: /əˈmɪgd(ə)lɪn/

Definition of amygdalin

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry
  • a bitter crystalline compound found in bitter almonds and the stones of peaches, apricots, and other fruit.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Latin amygdala 'almond' + -in1

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