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ptomaine meaning and definition
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Definition of ptomaine (noun)
- any of various amines (such as putrescine or cadaverine) formed by the action of putrefactive bacteria
- synonyms: ptomain
- a term for food poisoning that is no longer in scientific use; food poisoning was once thought to be caused by ingesting ptomaines
- synonyms: ptomaine poisoning
Source: Princeton University Wordnet