aldimine

/ˈældɪmiːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A compound containing a carbon-nitrogen double bond.

“The chemist studied the properties of various aldimines in her research.”

2. chemistry

A type of imine where the carbon atom of the imine group is bonded to another carbon atom, often resulting in a carbonyl group.

“The reaction produced a mixture of aldimines and ketones.”

Synonyms

  • aldehyde
  • imine

Antonyms

  • amine
  • ketone