acetnaphthalide
|ac-et-naph-tha-lide|
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/ˌæsɪtˈnæfθəˌlaɪd/
chemical compound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acetnaphthalide' originates from 'acet-' meaning 'acetic acid' and 'naphthalene', a hydrocarbon.
Historical Evolution
The term 'acetnaphthalide' was coined in the 20th century to describe a compound formed from acetic acid and naphthalene.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific chemical compound, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a chemical compound derived from naphthalene and acetic acid, used in organic synthesis.
Acetnaphthalide is often used in the synthesis of dyes.
Last updated: 2025/04/19 08:06