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diamine

American

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

noun

Chemistry.

a compound containing two amino groups.
hydrazine.

diamine British

/ ˈdaɪəˌmiːn, ˌdaɪəˈmiːn, -mɪn /

noun

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

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diamine

Silver diamine fluoride is not a newly invented substance.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 26, 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

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

From Washington Post ● Sep. 11, 2020

Diamine orange D C. After dyeing, diazotise and develop with phenylene diamine as described above.

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

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