synhexyl

noun

syn·​hexyl

(ˈ)sin,

sən+

: a compound derived from dibenzo-pyran that is said to have a euphoriant action more powerful than that of cannabis and is used experimentally in the treatment of depressive mental states

Word History

Etymology

syn- + hexyl

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