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Definition of Ptomain
1. Noun. Any of various amines (such as putrescine or cadaverine) formed by the action of putrefactive bacteria.
Exact synonyms: Ptomaine
Generic synonyms: Amine, Aminoalkane
Specialized synonyms: Putrescine, Cadaverine
Generic synonyms: Amine, Aminoalkane
Specialized synonyms: Putrescine, Cadaverine
Definition of Ptomain
1. ptomaine [n -S] - See also: ptomaine