Noun: strychnine 'strik,nIn or 'strik,neen [N. Amer], 'strik,neen [Brit]
- An alkaloid plant toxin extracted chiefly from nux vomica; formerly used as a stimulant
"Strychnine poisoning can cause severe muscle spasms"
Derived forms: strychnines
Type of: alkaloid, phytotoxin, plant toxin
Part of: nux vomica
Encyclopedia: Strychnine