euxanthin Meaning, Definition & Usage

Eux*an"thin noun

Etymology

Gr. well + yellow.

Definitions

1. (Chem.) A yellow pigment imported from India and China. It has a strong odor, and is said to be obtained from the urine of herbivorous animals when fed on the mango. It consists if a magnesium salt of euxanthic acid. Called also puri, purree, and Indian yellow.