noun
- Plural of capsicin; pungent alkaloid compounds found in chili peppers that produce a burning sensation in the mouth.
Usage: Usually used in plural form when referring to multiple instances or types of the compound; Common in chemistry, food science, and medicine contexts
Examples
- Capsicins are responsible for the heat you feel when eating spicy peppers.
- The concentration of capsicins varies greatly between different chili pepper varieties.
- Scientists study capsicins for their potential pain-relief properties.
- Capsicins bind to pain receptors in your mouth, creating the sensation of heat.
- Some people build tolerance to capsicins through repeated exposure to spicy foods.