pyrimidine

/ˌpaɪrɪˈmɪdɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of heterocyclic aromatic organic compound containing two nitrogen atoms, found in nucleic acids and nucleotides.

“The pyrimidine ring is a crucial component of DNA and RNA molecules.”

Synonyms

  • heterocycle
  • nitrogenous base

Antonyms

  • carbohydrate
  • lipid