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aldimine

noun
al·​di·​mine | \ ˈal-də-ˌmēn\
plural -s

Definition of aldimine

: any Schiff base of the general formula RCH—NH or RCH—NR′ formed by condensation of an aldehyde with ammonia or a primary amine

First Known Use of aldimine

circa 1899, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for aldimine

ald- + imine

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