imino

¹

[ im-uh-noh ]

adjective

, Chemistry.

1. containing the imino group.

imino-

²

1. a combining form representing imine in compound words:

   iminourea.

imino

/ ĭm′ə-nō′ /

1. Of or relating to imines or an imine.

Word History and Origins

Origin of imino¹

First recorded in 1900–05; independent use of imino-

Example Sentences

Acid anhydrides replace the imino-hydrogen atom by acidyl radicals, and boiling with water converts them into phenols.

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