amidated
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/əˈmaɪdeɪtɪd/
(amidate)
convert to amide
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amidated' originates from the process of 'amidation', which is derived from the word 'amide', a compound containing the functional group -CONH₂.
Historical Evolution
'Amidation' evolved from the term 'amide', which was first used in the 19th century to describe compounds containing the amide group.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the chemical process of introducing an amide group, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes a compound that has undergone amidation, a chemical reaction where an amide group is introduced.
The amidated compound showed increased stability.
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Last updated: 2025/07/14 09:06