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ptomaine poisoning

noun

Definition of ptomaine poisoning

: food poisoning caused by bacteria or bacterial products

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1888

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ptomaine poisoning

noun

medical Definition of ptomaine poisoning

: food poisoning caused by bacteria or bacterial products —not used technically

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