
A disease similar to lathyrism, believed to be due to poisoning by seeds of the corn cockle, Lychnis githago. ... Origin: L. Gith, a plant, Roman coriander, + ago, to drive ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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Type: Term Pronunciation: gith′ă-jizm Definitions: 1. A disease similar to lathyrism, believed to be due to poisoning by seeds of the corn cockle, Agrostemma githago. Affecting humans, goats, cattle, and poultry, githagi is the active toxin.
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