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单词 nicotine
释义

nicotine

/ˈnɪkətiːn /
noun [mass noun]
A toxic colourless or yellowish oily liquid which is the chief active constituent of tobacco. It acts as a stimulant in small doses, but in larger amounts blocks the action of autonomic nerve and skeletal muscle cells.
  • An alkaloid; chemical formula: C10H14N2.
The nicotine in tobacco smoke causes both physical and psychological dependence....
  • These laws offer a promising framework for the regulation of nicotine, including tobacco products.
  • I understand these results are based on the amount of nicotine found in the bloodstream.

Origin

Early 19th century: from French, from nicotiana + -ine4.

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