acetothienone
|a-ce-to-thi-e-none|
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/ˌæsɪtoʊˈθaɪəˌnoʊn/
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/ˌæsɪtəʊˈθaɪənəʊn/
chemical compound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acetothienone' originates from the combination of 'aceto-' referring to 'acetyl' and 'thienone' referring to a sulfur-containing heterocyclic compound.
Historical Evolution
The term 'acetothienone' was coined in the 20th century as chemists began synthesizing complex organic compounds.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific chemical structure, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/04/19 21:36