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cornin Chem.|ˈkɔːnɪn| [f. L. corn-us (see cornel) + -in.] A bitter crystalline substance obtained from the root of Cornus florida; also called cornic acid.
1831J. Davies Manual Mat. Med. 107 Called by him [Mr. G. W. Carpenter] cornine, and afterwards cornia. 1863–82Watts Dict. Chem. II. 85 Cornin dissolves easily in water and in alcohol, sparingly in ether. |