English Explanatory Dictionary

mecamylamine

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A norbornane derivative which is a ganglionic nicotinic blocking agent, sometimes used in treating extreme hypertension; N,2,3,3-tetramethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ylamine, C₁₁H₂₁N.

Pronunciation

/ˌmɛk.əˈmɪl.əˌmiːn/

Word forms

mecamylamine

Etymology

From me(thyl) + cam(phan)yl + amine.

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