probenecid en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /pɹoʊˈbɛn.əs.ɪd/ (General-American)
- /pɹəʊˈbɛn.ɪs.ɪd/ (Received-Pronunciation)
Etymology
From (di)pro(pyl) + ben(zoic a)cid.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) A synthetic sulfur-containing compound which promotes increased excretion of uric acid and is used to treat gout.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| probenecids | Number=Plur | lexicographic |