acetoxime
|ac-e-tox-ime|
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/ˌæsɪˈtɒksaɪm/
chemical reagent
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acetoxime' originates from the combination of 'acet-' referring to acetic acid and 'oxime' which is a chemical compound containing the functional group C=N-OH.
Historical Evolution
'acetoxime' was formed by combining the prefix 'acet-' with 'oxime' to describe a specific type of oxime derived from acetic acid.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific type of oxime, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a chemical compound used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the formation of oximes.
Acetoxime is often used in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/19 23:51