acridines
|ac-ri-dines|
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/ˈækrɪˌdiːnz/
(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 the 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 class of organic compounds.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
acridines are a class of organic compounds with a nitrogen atom in the central ring, used in dyes and drugs.
Acridines are often used in the synthesis of dyes.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/26 16:06