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Definition of mitragynine

mitragynine

/mɪˈtrædʒəniːn/
mi · tra · gy · nine
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mitragynine Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An indole-based alkaloid and the principal active chemical compound found in the leaves of the kratom plant (Mitragyna speciosa), known for producing dose-dependent stimulant and opioid-like analgesic effects.

Example

"Researchers are heavily studying mitragynine to better understand its pharmacological profile and its potential as a pain management alternative."

Word Nuance & Usage

While often used interchangeably with 'kratom' in informal contexts, mitragynine refers strictly to the primary active alkaloid isolated from the plant, rather than the raw botanical material itself.

• Nearby Words

mitella
miter
miter saw
mitragynine
mitsuba
mitt
mitta mitta

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mitragynine. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mitragynine
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