ECGONIN
\ˈɛkɡənˌɪn], \ˈɛkɡənˌɪn], \ˈɛ_k_ɡ_ə_n_ˌɪ_n]\
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An artificial alkaloid, C9H15NO3+H2O, produced by the decomposition of cocain.
By Smith Ely Jelliffe
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.