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

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

Silver diamine fluoride is a liquid that can be painted on teeth to stop decay.

From Washington Post • Sep. 11, 2020

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

Azo-dinaphthyl diamine is recognized by its peculiar orange cast, and is turned by hydrochloric acid to a dull, dirty violet.

From Scientific American Supplement, No. 363, December 16, 1882 by Various