Definition

A toxic substance produced by bacteria during the decay of animal flesh, which has a syrupy texture and is colorless.

Example

Cadaverine is often associated with the smell of rotting meat due to its production during decomposition.

Conversation

Did you know that cadaverine is produced during the decay of animal flesh?

Really? I had no idea it had such a scientific name!

Yeah, it's quite fascinating how something so unpleasant can have a name like that.

Definitely! Nature has its own way of recycling, even if it involves cadaverine.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cadaverine is derived from "cadaver" (from Latin "cadaver", meaning corpse) and the suffix "-ine" (used to form names of substances). The word refers to a substance that is associated with or derived from a corpse, specifically a foul-smelling compound produced during the decomposition of animal tissue.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cadaver' which means corpse, and remember that 'cadaverine' is a substance related to the decomposition of a corpse.

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