azine

noun

ˈā-ˌzēn

ˈa-

: a compound of the general formula RCH=NN=CHR or R₂C=NN=CR₂ formed by the action of hydrazine on aldehydes or ketones

First Known Use

circa 1863, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of azine was circa 1863

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“Azine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/azine. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.

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azine

noun

ˈā-ˌzēn

ˈaz-ˌēn

: any of numerous organic compounds with a nitrogenous 6-membered ring

: a compound of the general formula RCH=NN=CHR or R₂C=NN=CR₂ formed by the action of hydrazine on aldehydes or ketones

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