Definition of Sabadilla
1. n. A Mexican liliaceous plant (Schœnocaulon officinale); also, its seeds, which contain the alkaloid veratrine. It was formerly used in medicine as an emetic and purgative.
Definition of Sabadilla
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Medical Definition of Sabadilla
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A Mexican liliaceous plant (Schaenocaulon officinale); also, its seeds, which contain the alkaloid veratrine. It was formerly used in medicine as an emetic and purgative.
Origin: Sp. Cebadilla.
Source: Websters Dictionary
(01 Mar 1998)
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