Adamantane

Pronunciation: /ˈædəməntˌeɪn/

Definitions of adamantane

noun a chemical compound with a unique carbon framework resembling a cage

Example Sentences

A1 Adamantane is a type of chemical compound.

A2 The scientist studied the properties of adamantane in the lab.

B1 The pharmaceutical company is researching the potential uses of adamantane in medicine.

B2 The stability of adamantane makes it a valuable building block in organic synthesis.

C1 The complex structure of adamantane allows for diverse applications in materials science.

C2 The unique properties of adamantane have led to its use in advanced nanotechnology research.

Examples of adamantane in a Sentence

formal Adamantane is a type of organic compound with a unique molecular structure.

informal I heard that adamantane is used in some pharmaceuticals.

slang I don't really understand adamantane, it's too complicated for me.

figurative Her stance on the issue was as unyielding as adamantane.

Grammatical Forms of adamantane

• past tense: adamantaned
• plural: adamantanes
• comparative: more adamantane
• superlative: most adamantane
• present tense: adamantanes
• future tense: will adamantane
• perfect tense: have adamantaned
• continuous tense: is adamantaning
• singular: adamantane
• positive degree: adamantane
• infinitive: to adamantane
• gerund: adamantaning
• participle: adamantaned

Origin and Evolution of adamantane

First Known Use: 1932 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'adamantane' originates from the Greek word 'adamas' meaning 'unconquerable' or 'diamond'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in chemistry to describe a type of hydrocarbon molecule with a unique structure resembling a diamond, the term 'adamantane' has since been adopted in various scientific fields to describe similarly strong and unyielding materials or concepts.