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CYANOGENETIC

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does cyanogenetic mean? 

CYANOGENETIC (adjective)
  The adjective CYANOGENETIC has 1 sense:

1. capable of producing cyanideplay

  Familiarity information: CYANOGENETIC used as an adjective is very rare.


 Dictionary entry details 


CYANOGENETIC (adjective)


Sense 1

Meaning:

Capable of producing cyanide

Synonyms:

cyanogenetic; cyanogenic

Context example:

amygdalin is a cyanogenetic glucoside

Similar:

toxic (of or relating to or caused by a toxin or poison)

Derivation:

cyanogen (a colorless toxic gas with a pungent almond odor; has been used in chemical warfare)


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