ficin

noun

fi·cin | \ ˈfī-sᵊn

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Definition of ficin

: a protease obtained from the latex of fig trees and used as an anthelmintic and protein digestive

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Recent Examples on the Web Cells in the plant produce latex sap that contains ficin. — NOLA.com, "This week's gardening tips: Keep debris out of storm drains, plant fall tomato plants," 12 Aug. 2017

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“Ficin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ficin. Accessed 8 Mar. 2021.

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ficin

noun

fi·cin | \ ˈfīs-ᵊn

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Medical Definition of ficin

: a protease that is obtained from the latex of fig trees and is used as an anthelmintic and protein digestive

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