isocyanine

/aɪsəʊˈsɪəniːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A bright blue dye or a compound with a similar chemical structure.

“The isocyanine dye used in the art project created a vibrant blue hue on the canvas.”

2. chemistry

A type of organic compound that belongs to the cyanine dyes family.

“The chemist studied the properties of isocyanine and its applications in various industries.”

Synonyms

  • cyanine
  • thiacarbocyanine

Antonyms

  • isocyanate