pyridoxine
|py-ri-dox-ine|
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/ˌpaɪrɪˈdɒksiːn/
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/ˌpɪrɪˈdɒksiːn/
vitamin B6
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pyridoxine' originates from 'pyridine,' a basic heterocyclic organic compound, and 'oxine,' a suffix used in chemical nomenclature.
Historical Evolution
'pyridoxine' was derived from the combination of 'pyridine' and 'oxine' in the early 20th century to describe this form of vitamin B6.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific chemical structure, and it has retained this meaning as a form of vitamin B6.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/14 04:40