Meaning of pyridine in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈpɪrəˌdin/

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  1. Noun

    pyridine

    Etymology

    mid 19th century: from Greek pur‘fire’+ -ide+ -ine

    Definitions

    1. a toxic colorless flammable liquid organic base with a disagreeable odor

    Examples

    • « usually derived from coal »

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