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acridine

Pronunciation: /ˈakrɪdiːn/
Definition of acridine

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry
  • a colourless solid compound obtained from coal tar, used in the manufacture of dyes and drugs.
    • Chemical formula: C13H9N

Origin:

late 19th century: coined in German from acrid + -ine4

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