ricin
1 synonym for ricin, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A highly poisonous protein extracted from castor beans.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
ricin toxin
How to use ricin
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
ricin poisoning
trace amounts of ricin
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin ricinus, the name of the castor-oil plant the poison is extracted from.
Full origin of ricin →Frequently asked questions
What does “ricin” mean?
The word “ricin” means a highly poisonous protein extracted from castor beans. In plain terms, a deadly poison made from castor beans.
How do you pronounce “ricin”?
“Ricin” is pronounced REYE-sihn (/ˈɹaɪsɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “ricin” in a sentence?
Here is “ricin” used in a sentence: “Even a tiny amount of ricin can be fatal if ingested.”
What part of speech is “ricin”?
“Ricin” is a noun.
Where does the word “ricin” come from?
The word “ricin” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin ricinus, the name of the castor-oil plant the poison is extracted from.
