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amine

/ˈæmaɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does amine mean?

noun

A type of organic compound that contains a basic nitrogen atom. In chemistry, amines are derivatives of ammonia (NH3) in which one or more hydrogen atoms are replaced by organic groups.

Example

"The chemist isolated a new amine compound with unique properties."

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