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Definition of Echidnine

1. n. The clear, viscid fluid secreted by the poison glands of certain serpents; also, a nitrogenous base contained in this, and supposed to be the active poisonous principle of the virus.

Definition of Echidnine

1. Noun. The clear, viscid fluid secreted by the poison glands of certain snakes. ¹

2. Noun. (organic compound) A nitrogenous base contained in this fluid, believed to be the active poisonous principle of the virus. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Echidnine

1. The clear, viscid fluid secreted by the poison glands of certain serpents; also, a nitrogenous base contained in this, and supposed to be the active poisonous principle of the virus. See: Echidna. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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