chrysarobin

English

Etymology

chrys- (“gold”) + araroba (“Goa powder”) + -in.

Noun

chrysarobin (usually uncountable, plural chrysarobins)

  1. (organic chemistry) A bitter yellow substance forming the essential constituent of Goa powder. It yields chrysophanic acid, and has been used to treat skin conditions.

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