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English noun: ricin

1. ricin (substance) a toxic protein extracted from castor beans; used as a chemical reagent; can be used as a bioweapon


SamplesOne milligram of ricin can kill an adult.


Synonymsricin toxin


Broader (hypernym)albumen, albumin, toxin









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