ketimide

/kɛtɪmaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A compound used in the synthesis of other chemicals

“The chemist used ketimide to create a new compound in the lab.”

2. chemistry

A type of compound used in organic synthesis

“Ketimides are often used in the production of pharmaceuticals.”

3. chemistry

A compound with a ketone and an imide functional group

“Ketimides have distinct properties due to their unique chemical structure.”

Synonyms

  • compound
  • organic compound

Antonyms

  • element
  • inorganic compound