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propylthiouracil

pro·pyl·thi·o·ur·a·cil
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [proh-pil-thahy-oh-yoo r-uh-sil]
    • /ˌproʊ pɪlˌθaɪ oʊˈyʊər ə sɪl/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [proh-pil-thahy-oh-yoo r-uh-sil]
    • /ˌproʊ pɪlˌθaɪ oʊˈyʊər ə sɪl/

Definitions of propylthiouracil word

  • noun propylthiouracil a white crystalline compound, C 7 H 1 0 N 2 OS, that interferes with the synthesis of thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland: used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. 1
  • noun propylthiouracil a white crystalline water-insoluble substance with an intensely bitter taste, used in medicine to treat hyperthyroidism. Formula: C7H2N2OS 0

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propylthiouracil popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 40% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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