acetamide
|a-ce-ta-mide|
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/əˈsɛtəˌmaɪd/
organic compound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acetamide' originates from the combination of 'acetic acid' and 'amide', where 'acetic' refers to 'vinegar' and 'amide' refers to a compound derived from ammonia.
Historical Evolution
'acetamide' was derived from the French word 'acétamide', which was formed by combining 'acét-' (from 'acetic') and 'amide'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a compound derived from acetic acid and ammonia, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a colorless, crystalline solid used as a solvent and in organic synthesis.
Acetamide is often used in the production of pharmaceuticals.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/18 07:06