akuammine
|a-ku-am-mine|
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/əˈkwæmɪn/
alkaloid in seeds
Etymology
Etymology Information
'akuammine' originates from the scientific name of the plant 'Picralima nitida', where 'akuamma' is a local name for the plant in Ghana.
Historical Evolution
The term 'akuammine' was derived from the local name 'akuamma' and the suffix '-ine' used for alkaloids.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to the compound found in the seeds, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a bitter-tasting alkaloid found in the seeds of the plant Picralima nitida, used for its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Akuammine is often used in traditional medicine for pain relief.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/11 04:21