glycyrrhizin Meaning, Definition & Usage

Gly*cyr"rhi*zin noun

Etymology

Cf. F. glycyrrhizine. See Glycyrrhiza.

Definitions

1. (Chem.) A glucoside found in licorice root (Glycyrrhiza), in monesia bark (Chrysophyllum), in the root of the walnut, etc., and extracted as a yellow, amorphous powder, of a bittersweet taste.