allylamine
|al-lyl-a-mine|
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/ˈælɪləˌmiːn/
chemical compound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allylamine' originates from the combination of 'allyl' and 'amine', where 'allyl' refers to a group derived from propene and 'amine' refers to an organic compound derived from ammonia.
Historical Evolution
'allylamine' was formed by combining the terms 'allyl' and 'amine' in modern chemistry.
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 colorless liquid with a strong ammonia-like odor, used in the production of pharmaceuticals and other chemicals.
Allylamine is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/27 00:51