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ethide

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eth·​ide | \ ˈeˌthīd, -thə̇d \
plural -s

Definition of ethide

: a binary compound of ethyl sodium ethide C2H5Na

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First Known Use of ethide

1851, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for ethide

eth- + -ide

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“Ethide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ethide. Accessed 29 Jun. 2022.

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