thebaine

== English == === Alternative forms === thebain, thebaia (archaic) === Etymology === From Ancient Greek Θῆβαι (Thêbai, “Thebes”) This etymology is incomplete. You can help Wiktionary by elaborating on the origins of this term. === Pronunciation === === Noun === thebaine (uncountable) (toxicology) A poisonous alkaloid, paramorphine, obtained from opium; not used in medicine. ==== Derived terms ==== === See also === morphine codeine