amidocaffeine
|a-mi-do-caf-feine|
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/əˌmaɪdoʊˈkæfiːn/
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/əˌmaɪdəʊˈkæfiːn/
caffeine derivative
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amidocaffeine' originates from 'English', specifically the word 'amide' and 'caffeine', where 'amide' refers to a chemical compound derived from ammonia and 'caffeine' is a stimulant found in coffee and tea.
Historical Evolution
'amide' and 'caffeine' combined to form the modern English word 'amidocaffeine'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a compound derived from caffeine', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a synthetic compound derived from caffeine, often used in pharmaceuticals.
The new drug contains amidocaffeine to enhance its effects.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/14 14:36