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ptomaine

The correct spelling is ptomaine.

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noun

IPA: /ˈtəʊmeɪn/

Say it like: Pto-may-ne

The correct spelling is ptomaine. Any of various amines formed by putrefactive bacteria.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.Any of various amines formed by putrefactive bacteria.
  2. 2.Food poisoning.

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