aminal

noun — 2 senses

aminal

noun

Etymology From amine + -al.

1

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences Any organic compound having two amino functional groups attached to the same carbon atom - R₂C(NR₂)₂

Synonyms
geminal diamine
Derived terms
thioaminal
Related terms
hemiaminal

aminal

noun

/ˈæmɪnəl/

Etymology A childish pronunciation of animal with metathesis.

1

Childish, Nonstandard An animal.

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