diamine

American  

[dahy-uh-meen, dahy-am-in] / ˈdaɪ əˌmin, daɪˈæm ɪn /

noun

Chemistry.

1. a compound containing two amino groups.

2. hydrazine.

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diamine British  

/ ˈdaɪəˌmiːn, ˌdaɪəˈmiːn, -mɪn /

noun

1. any chemical compound containing two amino groups in its molecules

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Etymology

Origin of diamine

First recorded in 1865–70; di- ¹ + amine

Example Sentences

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diamine

A low-cost liquid known as silver diamine fluoride, or SDF, may offer a much simpler option.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 29, 2026

The program also expands certain dental benefits statewide, including efforts to spot risk factors for dental decay in children and provide silver diamine fluoride for kids and other high-risk populations.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 29, 2021

But since becoming a public health dental hygienist, Webster now does immediate cleanings, takes X-rays she sends to teledentists for exams, and applies a solution called silver diamine fluoride that can halt tooth decay.

From Salon ● Oct. 20, 2021

But because of the effectiveness and low cost of silver diamine fluoride, more state Medicaid programs now cover it — and older adults who pay out-of-pocket can afford it outright.

From Washington Post ● Sep. 11, 2020

Cotton brown N, 1 lb. diamine fast yellow A, 1 lb. soda and 10 lb. salt, then diazotise and develop with phenylene diamine.

From The Dyeing of Cotton Fabrics A Practical Handbook for the Dyer and Student by Franklin Beech