IPECACUANHAS
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Ipecacuanhas.
Ipecacuanhas - as a noun
The root of carapichea ipecacuanha, used as an emetic or purgative; a preparation of this root used as a drug; ipecac.
The flowering plant carapichea ipecacuanha.
Example Sentences
"The active ingredient in ipecacuanhas is called emetine."
"Some people may be allergic to ipecacuanhas."
"Doctors sometimes prescribe ipecacuanhas to treat certain poisonings."
"The taste of ipecacuanhas is intensely bitter."
"The use of ipecacuanhas has declined in recent years due to the availability of alternative medicines."
Word Game Points
Is IPECACUANHAS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ipecacuanhas is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
IPECACUANHAS has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.
Is IPECACUANHAS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ipecacuanhas is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordIPECACUANHAS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.
Is IPECACUANHAS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ipecacuanhas is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordIPECACUANHAS has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.