pyridine

pyridine definition - medical

pyr·i·dine (pĭrˈĭ-dēnˌ)

noun
A flammable, colorless or yellowish liquid base that results from the dry distillation of organic matter containing nitrogen, has a penetrating odor, and is used in analytical chemistry and in the manufacture of various drugs and vitamins.

Related Forms:

  • py·ridˈic (pī-rĭdˈĭk) adjective

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