First Known Use: 1883
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imine
noun im·ine \ˈi-ˌmēn\
Definition of IMINE
: a compound containing the NH group or its substituted form NR that is derived from ammonia by replacement of two hydrogen atoms by a hydrocarbon group or other nonacid organic group
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Origin of IMINE
International Scientific Vocabulary, alteration of amine
Medical Dictionary
imine
noun im·ine \ˈim-ˌēn\
Medical Definition of IMINE
: a compound containing the NH group or its substituted form NR that is derived from ammonia by replacement of two hydrogen atoms by a hydrocarbon group or other nonacid organic group
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