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amigdalina
nounfemininetechnicalrare/ɐmiɡdɐˈlinɐ/a·mig·da·li·na
Definition
1A cyanogenic glycoside present in the seeds of some fruits (such as peach, apricot, and bitter almond pits), which can release cyanide.
Usage examples
“Amygdalina is sometimes controversially promoted as an alternative cancer treatment.”
“The amygdalina content in bitter almonds makes them potentially dangerous if consumed in large quantities.”