strychnine
英 ['strɪkniːn; -ɪn]
美 ['strɪknɪnin]
词性
名词
基本解释
n.士的宁,番木鳖碱
网络释义
a highly toxic alkaloid found in the seeds of the nux vomica tree, used as a poison for rodents and as a medicine to treat certain conditions
例证
1. The use of strychnine as a pesticide has been banned in many countries due to its extreme toxicity.
2. In high doses, strychnine can cause convulsions and respiratory failure.