xylidine

/ˈzɪlɪdiːn/

Definitions

1. noun

a group of organic compounds derived from toluene by substitution of its methyl group with a hydrogen atom, often used as a solvent.

“The chemist used xylidine in the experiment to extract the properties of the new compound.”

2. adjective

relating to or obtained from xylidine or similar compounds.

“The researcher studied the xylidine-related compounds to understand their effects on the human body.”

Synonyms

  • aniline
  • toluene

Antonyms

  • benzene
  • phenol