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isatin

Pronunciation: /ˈʌɪsətɪn/
Definition of isatin

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry
  • a red crystalline compound used in the manufacture of dyes.
    • An indole derivative; chemical formula: C8H5NO2

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Latin isatis 'woad' (from Greek) + -in1

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Definition of isatin in the US English dictionary