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Definition of Melamine

1. Noun. A white crystalline organic base; used mainly in making melamine resins.

Definition of Melamine

1. n. A strong nitrogenous base, C₃H₆N₆, produced from several cyanogen compounds, and obtained as a white crystalline substance, -- formerly supposed to be produced by the decomposition of melam. Called also cyanuramide.

Definition of Melamine

1. a chemical compound [n -S]

Medical Definition of Melamine

1. A strong nitrogenous base, C3H6N6, produced from several cyanogen compounds, and obtained as a white crystalline substance, formerly supposed to be produced by the decomposition of melam. Synonym: cyanuramide. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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