How Do You Spell MECONINE?

Pronunciation: [mˈɛkənˌa͡ɪn] (IPA)

The correct spelling of the word "Meconine" is /mɛˈkɒnɪn/. The first syllable "me" has a short "e" sound and is followed by "co", which is pronounced with a long "o" sound. The final syllable "nine" has a short "i" sound and is pronounced as "nɪn". Meconine is a toxic alkaloid that is found in opium and is known for its potent analgesic properties. The proper spelling of the word is important for communication within the medical community.

MECONINE Meaning and Definition

1. Meconine refers to an alkaloid compound that is found in opium, particularly in the dried latex derived from seed capsules of the opium poppy plant, Papaver somniferum. It is considered one of the major alkaloids of opium, along with morphine and codeine. Meconine is present as an intermediate metabolite during the biosynthesis of morphine in the opium poppy.

   In terms of its physical properties, meconine typically appears as colorless crystals or a white crystalline powder. It has a molecular formula of C15H19NO5 and a molecular weight of 297.32 grams per mole.

   The compound is known for its low toxicity and limited pharmaceutical activity compared to morphine and codeine. Meconine does not possess the same analgesic or narcotic properties as its major alkaloid counterparts. However, it is worth noting that meconine can undergo chemical reactions that result in the formation of other important opium alkaloids, such as thebaine and oripavine.

   Meconine has historical relevance due to its role in the development and production of pharmaceutical drugs derived from opium. However, its medical applications are limited, and it is primarily recognized as an intermediate compound in the biosynthesis of more potent alkaloids found in opium.

2. A white substance contained in opium.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for MECONINE

• meconin
• neconine
• keconine
• jeconine
• mwconine
• msconine
• mdconine
• mrconine
• m4conine
• m3conine
• mexonine
• mevonine
• mefonine
• medonine
• mecinine
• mecknine
• meclnine
• mecpnine
• mec0nine
• mec9nine

Etymology of MECONINE

The word "meconine" is derived from the Greek word "mekonion", which means "poppy juice". It is formed from the Greek word "mekon" (meaning "poppy") and the suffix "-ion" (indicating a substance or derivative). Meconine refers to a crystalline alkaloid found in opium, specifically in the latex fluid of unripe poppy seed pods.