acridine-related
|ac-ri-dine-re-lat-ed|
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/ˈækrɪˌdiːn rɪˈleɪtɪd/
(acridine)
chemical compound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acridine' originates from 'Latin', specifically the word 'acer', where 'acer' meant 'sharp' or 'pungent'.
Historical Evolution
'acridine' changed from 'German' word 'Akridin' and eventually became the modern English word 'acridine'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sharp or pungent', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a nitrogen-containing compound used in dyes and drugs'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
pertaining to or derived from acridine, a nitrogen-containing compound used in dyes and drugs.
The acridine-related compound was used in the synthesis of the new drug.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/02 11:26