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• a compound derived from ammonia by replacing hydrogen atoms by univalent hydrocarbon radicals
Example sentence • Some common examples of amines are methylamine and ethylamine.
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• a medicine used to treat allergies and hypersensitive reactions and colds; works by counteracting the effects of histamine on a receptor site
Example sentence • I took antihistamines to relieve my seasonal allergies.
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Example sentence • The effectiveness of arsphenamines in treating syphilis was discovered in the early 1900s.
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Example sentence • Researchers are studying the potential medical applications of cysteamines .
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• any organic compound containing two amino groups
Example sentence • Polymerization of diamines with dicarboxylic acids forms nylon.
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• a monoamine neurotransmitter found in the brain and essential for the normal functioning of the central nervous system; as a drug (trade names Dopastat and Intropin) it is used to treat shock and hypotension
Example sentence • Increased levels of dopamines can contribute to feelings of happiness and motivation.
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• an alkaloid derived from ergot that is less toxic than ergot; causes constriction of blood vessels and is used to treat migraine
Example sentence • My doctor prescribed ergotamines to help with my severe headaches.
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Example sentence • The production of detergents involves the use of ethanolamines .
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• neuromuscular blocking agent (trade name Flaxedil) used as a muscle relaxant in the administration of anesthesia
Example sentence • In high doses, gallamines can cause respiratory depression.
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Example sentence • The hexamines in this cleaning product help remove tough stains.
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• amine formed from histidine that stimulates gastric secretions and dilates blood vessels; released by the human immune system during allergic reactions
Example sentence • Antihistamines are medications used to block the effects of histamines .
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• a poisonous crystalline alkaloid (isometric with atropine but more potent); used to treat excess motility of the gastrointestinal tract
Example sentence • The hyoscyamines in nightshade plants are known for their potentially toxic effects.
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• a general anesthetic and tranquilizer (not a barbiturate) that is administered intravenously or intramuscularly; used mainly by veterinarians or for minor surgery with geriatric or pediatric patients; taken in large doses it causes hallucinations similar to those associated with the use of PCP
Example sentence • The doctor administered ketamines to induce anesthesia before surgery.
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• a molecule containing one amine group (especially one that is a neurotransmitter)
Example sentence • Imbalances in monoamines are believed to contribute to certain psychiatric disorders.
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• a virility drug (trade name Vasomax) to treat erectile dysfunction in men
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• a B vitamin that is essential for metabolism of amino acids and starch
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• an alkaloid with anticholinergic effects that is used as a sedative and to treat nausea and to dilate the pupils in ophthalmic procedures
Example sentence • The doctor prescribed scopolamines to relieve the patient's nausea.
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• a B vitamin that prevents beriberi; maintains appetite and growth
Example sentence • Eating a balanced diet ensures an adequate intake of thiamines .
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Example sentence • Some tryptamines are naturally occurring in plants and animals.
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Example sentence • The doctor prescribed galantamines to improve cognitive function.
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• a yellow crystalline explosive solid that is used in detonators
Example sentence • The production of nitramines involves the reaction of a nitro compound with amines.
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Example sentence • She was prescribed dihydroergotamines for her severe headaches.
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• an adrenergic drug used in many preparations to relieve allergic reactions or respiratory infections
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• an amphibious division of the United States Navy
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• to have the ability to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
Example sentence • Money is a means to buy things.
8 2 noun n Example sentence • He felt trapped within the confines of his small apartment.
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• form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case
Example sentence • She imagines herself living in a different country.
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• have a desire for something or someone who is not present
Example sentence • She pines for her lost love.
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• (used in the plural) close-fitting trousers of heavy denim for manual work or casual wear
Example sentence • I need to buy a new pair of jeans .
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• a borough of New York City, it is the easternmost, largest in area, and second-largest in population of New York City's five boroughs
8 3 noun n Example sentence • Some species of acarines are important pests in agriculture.
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Example sentence • Many acridines exhibit antimicrobial properties.
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Example sentence • The scientist added a few drops of acriflavines to the Petri dish.
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• (biochemistry) a nucleoside that is a structural component of nucleic acids; it is present in all living cells in a combined form as a constituent of DNA and RNA and ADP and ATP and AMP
Example sentence • Scientists have found high levels of adenosines in some cancer cells.
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• a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action
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Example sentence • The algerines ships terrorized the Mediterranean waters in the 17th century.
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Example sentence • He is prescribed a daily dose of amantadines for Parkinson's disease.
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Example sentence • The scientists studied the reactivity of amidines .
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• a white crystalline substance used as an analgesic and antipyretic
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• a tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Elavil) with serious side effects; interacts with many other medications
Example sentence • The doctor prescribed amitriptylines to help with my chronic pain.
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• oily poisonous liquid amine obtained from nitrobenzene and used to make dyes and plastics and medicines
Example sentence • The synthesis of anilines requires careful handling of hazardous reagents.
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• a transparent variety of beryl that is blue green in color
Example sentence • She wore a necklace embedded with aquamarines .
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• a bitter tasting amino acid found in proteins and necessary for nutrition; its absence from the diet leads to a reduced production of spermatozoa
Example sentence • Scientists have discovered that arginines can improve blood flow and cardiovascular health.
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• a drug (trade name Atabrine) used to treat certain worm infestations and once used to treat malaria
Example sentence • The researchers conducted a study on the efficacy of atabrines in treating malaria.
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• a synthetic compound derived from triazine that is widely used as an agricultural herbicide
Example sentence • The use of atrazines has been linked to groundwater contamination.
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• a translucent quartz spangled with bits of mica or other minerals
Example sentence • Her necklace was adorned with aventurines of different colors.
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• Any of a class of organic compounds, having the general formula R2C=NN=CR2, produced by the action of a carbonyl compound with hydrazine.
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• A sailing vessel similar to a barque, but fore-and-aft (schooner) rigged on the mainmast
Example sentence • Many cargo vessels used to be barkentines .
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• A sailing vessel similar to a barque, but fore-and-aft (schooner) rigged on the mainmast
Example sentence • The crew members on the barquentines used ropes to hoist and adjust the sails.
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