benzacridine

[/bɛnˈzækrɪdiːn/]

Definitions

1. noun

a type of alkaloid compound, a quaternary ammonium salt

“The research lab was studying the properties of benzacridine in relation to its potential medicinal applications.”

Synonyms

  • alkaloid
  • quaternary ammonium salt

Antonyms

  • acid
  • base