Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Gossypol

👉 Gossypol is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rosaceae. It contains around 14 species, including the common gossypus (also known as "gossypola" or "gossypium") and its closely related species such as the longleaf gossypus, the white gossypus, and the shortleaf gossypus. These plants are native to eastern North America and are commonly cultivated for their edible flowers and foliage.

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👉 Gossypol is a chemical compound that is commonly found in various plants, including cotton, tobacco, and cocoa. It is produced by the enzyme gossypol synthase, which converts the sugar monomer (sugarcane) into the organic compounds present in the plant's cells, such as glucose, fructose, and galactose. Gossypol has been used for centuries to improve the quality of cotton fibers and to treat various diseases associated with poor nutrition. G

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👉 Gossypol is a word that's used to describe a person who has gone off the deep end with alcohol and has become so intoxicated that they can't even comprehend basic language or concepts. The term comes from the Latin root 'goss' which means "wood," and 'poly,' meaning "many."

Imagine being a grown-up and trying to communicate in simple terms, but you're over the moon drunk and can barely understand what you're saying! It's like trying to explain how to ride a bicycle without a handlebar or an air horn. For example: "I'm so gossypol right now. I've had three drinks in five minutes and I can't even remember where I'm going."