SINAMINE

Sin*am"ine, n. Etym: [Sinapis + melamine.] (Chem.)

Definition: A bitter white crystalline nitrogenous substance, obtained indirectly from oil of mustard and ammonia; -- called also allyl melamine.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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