acetophenine
|a-ce-to-phe-nine|
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/ˌæsɪtoʊˈfiːniːn/
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/ˌæsɪtəʊˈfiːniːn/
obsolete pain reliever
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acetophenine' originates from the combination of 'acet-' referring to acetic acid and 'phenine' derived from 'phenyl,' a chemical structure.
Historical Evolution
'acetophenine' was developed in the late 19th century as a derivative of phenacetin.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was used as a pain reliever, but its use has been largely discontinued due to safety concerns.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a chemical compound used in the past as a pain reliever and fever reducer.
Acetophenine was once used in medicine for its analgesic properties.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/19 19:06