ethylamine

/ˌɛθɪlˈeɪmɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a colorless, strongly alkaline, volatile liquid organic compound

“In the laboratory, researchers synthesized ethylamine for further chemical analysis.”

2. noun

a chemical compound found in small amounts in the body and in some plants

“The doctor tested the patient’s blood for the presence of ethylamine, a potential indicator of disease.”

Synonyms

  • ethanamine
  • monoethylamine

Antonyms

  • acid