Meaning of pyridine in English

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 »