quinone diimine

noun

quinone di·​imine
-ˈdīəˌmēn
1
: a colorless crystalline compound HN=C6H4=NH regarded as derived from quinone (see quinone sense 1a) by replacement of both oxygen atoms by imino groups but made by oxidation of para-phenylenediamine

called also p-benzoquinone diimine, p-quinone diimine

2
: a compound derived from a quinone by replacement of both oxygen atoms by imino groups

Word History

Etymology

diimine from di- + imine

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

  • More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
  • Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
  • Advanced search features
  • Ad free!

Dictionary Entries Near quinone diimine

Cite this Entry

“Quinone diimine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quinone%20diimine. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!