(chemistry) any of a range of related alkaloids found in various species of the genus Nicotiana, especially Nicotiana tabacum which is cultivated for the manufacture of cigarettes

(optics) An optical device used to generate polarized light.

A female given name from French.

plural of Nicolaitan

A form of chewing gum that slowly releases nicotine into the body; used by people who are trying to quit smoking

An adhesive patch, affixed to the skin, that slowly diffuses nicotine into the bloodstream; used by people who are trying to quit smoking

(chemistry) Of or pertaining to nicotine or nicotinic acid or its derivatives. / Of or pertaining to niacin.

A Pharisee, a secret follower of Jesus in the New Testament. / (rare) A male given name from Ancient Greek.

To be kept hidden, in the manner of the Pharisee Nicodemus.

An opiate derivative, closely related to dihydrocodeine, developed as a cough suppressant and analgesic.