ipecac
English
Etymology
Shortening of ipecacuanha, from Tupian.
Noun
ipecac (countable and uncountable, plural ipecacs)
- The plant ipecacuanha (Psychotria ipecacuanha) or its root.
- Syrup of ipecac, produced from this plant's root, used to induce emesis (vomiting).
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