absinthin

noun

absinthin

noun

US /ˈæbˌsɪn.θɪn/

Etymology From Latin absinthium + -in.

1

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences The principal compound found in wormwood (Artemisia absinthium), having a bitter taste: C₁₅H₂₀O₄

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