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pralidoxime.

An oxime used in conjunction with atropine to combat poisoning by organophosphates or acetylcholinesterase inhibitors (nerve agents).

11 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˌpɹæl.ɪˈdɒk.siːm/Received-Pronunciation/ˌpɹæl.əˈdɑkˌsiːm/General-American
  1. An oxime used in conjunction with atropine to combat poisoning by organophosphates or acetylcholinesterase inhibitors (nerve agents).

    uncountable
Where this word comes from

Blend of pyridine + aldoxime.

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