thebaine
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See also: thébaine
English
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[edit]From Ancient Greek Θῆβαι (Thêbai, “Thebes”) This etymology is incomplete. You can help Wiktionary by elaborating on the origins of this term.
Noun
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thebaine (uncountable)
- (toxicology) A poisonous alkaloid, paramorphine, obtained from opium; not used in medicine.