acetanisidine
|ac-e-tan-i-sid-ine|
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/ˌæsɪˈtænɪsɪˌdiːn/
chemical compound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acetanisidine' originates from the combination of 'acet-' referring to acetic acid and 'anisidine,' a derivative of aniline.
Historical Evolution
'acetanisidine' was derived from the chemical structure of 'anisidine' and 'acetyl' groups, forming a new compound used in industrial applications.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was used primarily in chemical synthesis, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a chemical compound used in the synthesis of dyes and pharmaceuticals.
Acetanisidine is often used in the production of azo dyes.
Synonyms
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