Definitions
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Lactam.
Lactam - as a noun
Any of a class of cyclic amides that are the nitrogen analogs of lactones, formed by heating amino acids; the tautomeric enol forms are known as lactims.
Example Sentences
"Penicillin is a β-lactam antibiotic."
"The pharmaceutical industry extensively uses lactams in the synthesis of various drugs."
"The lactam ring is an essential structural element in many bioactive compounds."
"Morpholine is a six-membered lactam widely used in organic synthesis."
"Scientists are studying the reactivity of lactams in different chemical reactions."
Word Game Points
Is LACTAM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lactam is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LACTAM has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is LACTAM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lactam is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLACTAM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
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Yes, lactam is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLACTAM has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
