ptomaine

1. A colorless crystalline ptomaine with a foul odor that is produced in decaying animal matter. Analysis on Odor Pollution's Generation and Composition in Fishmeal Industry
   一种无色恶臭的晶状尸碱，由动物腐烂而产生。鱼粉行业恶臭污染物产生与成分分析探讨
2. A colorless toxic ptomaine with an unpleasant odor formed during the putrefaction of animal tissue.
   一种无色有毒味道难闻的尸碱，在动物组织腐败时形成。

noun

1. a term for food poisoning that is no longer in scientific use

   Synonym:    ptomaine poisoning

2. any of various amines (such as putrescine or cadaverine) formed by the action of putrefactive bacteria

   Synonym:    ptomain