Usually means: Alkaloid used to induce vomiting.
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Definitions from Wiktionary (emetine)

noun:  (biochemistry, pharmacology) A white crystalline bitter alkaloid, chemical formula C₂₉H₄₀N₂O₄, extracted from ipecacuanha root, and formerly used in the treatment of amebic infections and as an emetic in aversion therapy.

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