amigdalina
nounfemininetécnico/ɐmiɡdɐˈlinɐ/rare
a·mig·da·li·na
Definition
A cyanogenic glycoside present in the seeds of some fruits (such as peach, apricot, and bitter almond pits), which can release cyanide.
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.
Etymology
Do latim científico 'amygdala' (amêndoa) + sufixo '-ina'.