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cyanogenic
[ sahy-uh-noh-jen-ik, sahy-an-uh- ]
adjective
, Biology, Chemistry.
- capable of producing hydrogen cyanide.
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- cya·no·gene·sis noun
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Word History and Origins
Origin of cyanogenic1
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Example Sentences
Cassava contains cyanogenic glycosides, which release cyanide into the body when consumed.
From Eater
Cyanogenic: applied to repugnatorial glands in myriapods and sometimes in insects.
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