acetylurea
|a-ce-tyl-u-rea|
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/əˌsiːtɪlˈjʊəriə/
chemical compound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acetylurea' originates from the combination of 'acetyl' and 'urea', where 'acetyl' refers to the acetyl group (CH3CO) and 'urea' is a compound found in urine.
Historical Evolution
'acetylurea' was formed by combining the terms 'acetyl' and 'urea' in modern chemical nomenclature.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific chemical compound, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a compound formed by the acetylation of urea, often used in chemical synthesis.
Acetylurea is used in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals.
Last updated: 2025/04/19 05:21