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Meaning of vincristine in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /vɪnˈkrɪsˌtin/

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  1. Noun

    vincristine

    Etymology

    1960s: from modern Latin Vinca (see vinca) + a second element perhaps based on crista+ -ine

    Definitions

    1. periwinkle plant derivative used as an antineoplastic drug (trade name Oncovin)

    Examples

    • « used to treat cancer of the lymphatic system »

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