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methysergide

meth·y·ser·gide
M m

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [meth-uh-sur-jahyd]
    • /ˌmɛθ əˈsɜr dʒaɪd/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [meth-uh-sur-jahyd]
    • /ˌmɛθ əˈsɜr dʒaɪd/

Definitions of methysergide word

  • noun methysergide an ergot alkaloid derivative, C 2 1 H 2 7 N 3 O 2 , used in the prophylaxis and treatment of migraine and cluster headaches. 1
  • noun methysergide a drug, C21H27N3O2, used in the form of its maleate to prevent migraines 0
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Origin of methysergide

First appearance:

before 1960
One of the 3% newest English words
1960-65; meth- + (l)yserg(ic) (see lysergic acid) + -ide

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Parts of speech for Methysergide

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methysergide popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 46% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 66% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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