Definition of Abrin

1. a poisonous protein [n -S]

Medical Definition of Abrin

1. A highly poisonous protein found in the seeds of Abrus precatorius, the rosary pea. Abrin is toxic because it inhibits protein synthesis, causing symptoms such as internal bleeding, intestinal upset and the irritation of mucous membranes. It was formerly used to treat some chronic eye disorders and it is currently being researched as a potential chemotherapy drug. (06 May 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Abrin

abri
abricock
abricocks
abridge
abridged
abridgement
abridgements
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abridgers
abridges
abridging
abridgment
abridgments
abrim
abrin (current term)
abrin (current term)
abrins
abris
abroach
abroad
abroad
abroads
Abrocoma
abrocome
abrogable
abrogate
abrogated
abrogates
abrogating
abrogation

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