The spelling of the word "apocynein" is influenced by its pronunciation. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is written as /æpəˈsaɪniːn/. The "a" is pronounced as /æ/, the "o" as /ə/, the "y" as /aɪ/, the "n" as /niː/, and the final "e" as /ɪn/. The word "apocynein" refers to a plant-derived substance with pharmacological properties. Spelling this word correctly is important in scientific research and medical applications.
An active principle of Apocynum cannabinum, acting upon the heart like digitalis.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.