Definitions

1. noun

A secondary or tertiary amine, especially one derived from a quaternary ammonium compound, used in organic synthesis and as a solvent.

“The chemist used collidine as a solvent in the reaction to obtain the desired compound.”

2. chemistry

A chemical compound derived from a quaternary ammonium compound, used in organic synthesis.

“Collidine is used as a reagent in the synthesis of various organic compounds.”