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diphenylamine

/dɪˈfɛnɪləmaɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does diphenylamine mean?

noun

A colorless, crystalline solid organic compound with the formula (C6H5)2NH. It is used as a precursor to various dyes and pigments.

Example

"The chemist used diphenylamine to synthesize a new dye for the textile industry."

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