Synonyms for ptomaine
ˈtoʊ meɪn, toʊˈmeɪnptomaine

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1. ptomaine, ptomainnoun

   any of various amines (such as putrescine or cadaverine) formed by the action of putrefactive bacteria

   Synonyms:
   ptomaine poisoning, ptomain

2. ptomaine, ptomaine poisoningnoun

   a term for food poisoning that is no longer in scientific use; food poisoning was once thought to be caused by ingesting ptomaines

   Synonyms:
   ptomaine poisoning, ptomain

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1. • Amine
   • Food Poisoning

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