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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

1. 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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