Meaning of amino in English

1. Pronunciation

   /əˈminoʊ/

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1. Noun

   amino

   Etymology

   late 19th century: from amine

   Definitions

   1. the radical -NH2

2. Qualitative Adjective

   amino

   Definitions

   1. pertaining to or containing any of a group of organic compounds of nitrogen derived from ammonia