sinigrin
[ sin-i-grin ]
nounChemistry.
a glucosinolate found in certain plants of the mustard family, including black mustard, broccoli, Brussels sprout, and horseradish: the pungent taste and aroma released from the crushed sinigrin-rich seeds or plant tissue are valued as insect deterrents as well as culinary enhancers.
Origin of sinigrin
1- Also called potassium myronate.
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