noun
Meaning 1
Ergometrine.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable, usually
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Standard Lemma guide
ergonovine
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noun
Meaning 2
an alkaloid derived from ergot (trade name Ergotrate Maleate) that is less toxic than ergot; induces muscular contraction of the uterus and is administered after childbirth or abortion
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: Ergotrate Maleate
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: alkaloid
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