hyacinthin

[ hahy-uh-sin-thin ]

noun

, Chemistry.

1. phenylacetaldehyde.

Word History and Origins

Origin of hyacinthin¹

hyacinth + -in ²

Example Sentences

The Latin hyacinthĭnus and adamantĭnus are parallel words, yet Milton has 'hyacinthin' for the one and 'adamantine' for the other.

From Project Gutenberg

His fair large front, and eye sublime, declar'd Absolute rule; and Hyacinthin Locks Round from his parted forelock manly hung Clustring, but not beneath his Shoulders broad.

From Project Gutenberg