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 was approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 2014 for reducing tooth sensitivity.

From Washington Post • Sep. 11, 2020

Studies show silver diamine fluoride stops decay in 60 to 70 percent of cases with one application.

From Washington Post • Sep. 11, 2020

Zambesi black D, 2 lb. soda and 20 lb. salt, then diazotise and develop with ¾ lb. toluylene diamine and ½ lb. beta-naphthol.

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