acetamidin
|a-ce-ta-mi-din|
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/əˈsiːtəˌmɪdɪn/
chemical compound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acetamidin' originates from 'acet-' meaning 'vinegar' or 'acid' in Latin, and '-amidin' indicating a derivative of amide.
Historical Evolution
The term 'acetamidin' was derived from the combination of 'acet-' and '-amidin' to describe a specific chemical structure.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific chemical structure, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a chemical compound related to acetamide, often used in organic synthesis.
Acetamidin is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/18 07:21