amides
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/ˈæmaɪdz/
(amide)
ammonia derivative
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amide' originates from the French word 'amide', which is derived from 'ammonia' and the suffix '-ide'.
Historical Evolution
'amide' was adopted into English from the French word 'amide', which itself was derived from 'ammonia'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific type of chemical compound, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a compound derived from ammonia by replacement of one or more hydrogen atoms by acyl groups.
Amides are commonly found in proteins and other biological molecules.
Synonyms
Noun 2
the plural form of 'amide'.
The laboratory synthesized several amides for the experiment.
Last updated: 2025/07/14 10:06