the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. A colorless, volatile, alkaline liquid, NH(C2H5)2, having a strong fishy odor resembling that of herring or sardines. Cf. methylamine.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. A colorless inflammable liquid, (C2H5)2NH, prepared by the action of ammonia on ethyl iodide and formed during the putrefaction of fish. It melts at —40° C., boils at 55.5° C., and forms salts with acids similar to those of ammonia.
Word Usage
"The acetonitrile solution containing mixed anhydride is added to 150 ml. of acetonitrile containing 7.6 g. of diethylamine."