amine
noun
Pronunciation: /əˈmiːn/
Definition
An organic compound derived from ammonia by replacing one or more hydrogen atoms with organic groups.
Examples
The biochemist identified a primary amine in the protein structure.
Many neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, are classified as types of amine.
The industrial process required the synthesis of a specific aromatic amine.
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