Acridine

Pronunciation: /ˈæk.rɪˌdiːn/

Definitions of acridine

noun a chemical compound used in the manufacture of dyes and pharmaceuticals

Example Sentences

A1 I have never heard of acridine before.

A2 Acridine is a chemical compound commonly used in research laboratories.

B1 The scientist analyzed the acridine under the microscope.

B2 The acridine dye was used to stain the cells for better visibility.

C1 The pharmaceutical company is conducting research on the potential uses of acridine derivatives.

C2 The complex structure of acridine makes it a versatile compound for various applications in the chemical industry.

Examples of acridine in a Sentence

formal Acridine is a heterocyclic compound with a strong odor.

informal I can't stand the smell of acridine in the lab.

slang That acridine stuff stinks to high heaven!

figurative The tension in the room was so thick you could cut it with a knife, like acridine fumes.

Grammatical Forms of acridine

• past tense: acridined
• plural: acridines
• comparative: more acridine
• superlative: most acridine
• present tense: acridines
• future tense: will acridine
• perfect tense: have acridined
• continuous tense: is acridining
• singular: acridine
• positive degree: acridine
• infinitive: to acridine
• gerund: acridining
• participle: acridined

Origin and Evolution of acridine

First Known Use: 1880 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'acridine' originated from the chemical compound acridine, which was first discovered in the 19th century.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the chemical compound acridine, the word has since evolved to also describe the properties or characteristics of substances that are sharp, bitter, or irritating to the senses.