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pyr·i·dine
 pyridine
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- pronunciation:
- pi
r
din
[or]
pI
r
dihn
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noun |
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a colorless flammable liquid obtained by distilling coal tar or bone oil and used in synthesizing drugs and vitamins, as a solvent, and to denature alcohol.
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| derivation: |
pyridic (adj.) |
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