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Definition of Sinigrin

1. n. A glucoside found in the seeds of black mustard (Brassica nigra, formerly Sinapis nigra) It resembles sinalbin, and consists of a potassium salt of myronic acid.

Definition of Sinigrin

1. Noun. (biochemistry) A glycosinolate glycoside found in many brassicas and related plants, toxic in large quantities but also responsible for the pungent bite of horseradish and hot mustard ¹

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Medical Definition of Sinigrin

1. A glucoside found in the seeds of black mustard (Brassica nigra, formerly Sinapis nigra) It resembles sinalbin, and consists of a potassium salt of myronic acid. Origin: From NL. Sinapis nigra. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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