indole

noun in·dole \ ˈin-ˌdōl \

Definition of indole

: a crystalline alkaloid compound C₈H₇N that is a decomposition product of proteins containing tryptophan, that can be made synthetically, and that is used in perfumes; also : a derivative of indole

Origin and Etymology of indole

International Scientific Vocabulary ind- + -ole

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First Known Use: 1869

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indole

noun in·dole \ ˈin-ˌdōl \

medical Definition of indole

: a crystalline compound C₈H₇N that is found along with skatole in the intestines and feces as a decomposition product of proteins containing tryptophan and that can be made synthetically; also : a derivative of indole