acetophenetidin
|a-ce-to-phe-ne-ti-din|
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/əˌsiːtoʊfəˈnɛtɪdɪn/
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/əˌsiːtəʊfəˈnɛtɪdɪn/
pain relief compound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acetophenetidin' originates from the combination of 'aceto-' referring to acetic acid, and 'phenetidin,' a derivative of phenol.
Historical Evolution
'acetophenetidin' was derived from the chemical structure of phenetidin, which was modified to include an acetyl group, leading to its analgesic properties.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was used for its pain-relieving properties, but due to safety concerns, its use has declined.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a crystalline compound used as an analgesic and antipyretic, also known as phenacetin.
Acetophenetidin was once widely used in over-the-counter pain relief medications.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/19 18:21