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Meaning of CAPSAICIN

Pronunciation:  kap'seyisin

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  colorless pungent crystalline compound derived from capsicum; source of the hotness of hot peppers of the genus Capsicum such as chili and cayenne and jalapeno
 
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 See Also: capsicum, capsicum pepper plant, chemical irritant, pepper

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Cap*sa"i*cin\, n. [From {Capsicum}.] (Chem.)
A colorless crystalline substance extracted from the
{Capsicum annuum}, and giving off vapors of intense acridity.
 
Medical Dictionary
 
 Definition: A topical ointment made from chili peppers used to relieve the pain of peripheral neuropathy.
 

 

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