Meaning of urushiol | Babel Free

Definitions

An oil found in plants of the family Anacardiaceae, causing an allergic skin rash on contact; consists of a variable mixture of several related organic compounds.

countable, uncountable

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Examples

“All three produce⟳ an oil, called urushiol, that is a potent allergen. Urushiol is most abundant in the leaves and stems of these plants...”

“Poison ivy vines also contain⟳ the irritating oil urushiol, so it is important to be able to recognize them in winter.”

“Upon exposure to air, urushiol can turn⟳ dark brown, which makes it easier to spot.”

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