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Definition of Quinaldine

1. n. A colorless liquid of a slightly pungent odor, C₉H₆N.CH₃, first obtained as a condensation product of aldehyde and aniline, and regarded as a derivative of quinoline; -- called also methyl quinoline.

Definition of Quinaldine

1. Noun. (organic compound) An oily liquid, ''?-methylquinoline'', derived from coal tar, used in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals and as a sedative for fish ¹

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Medical Definition of Quinaldine

1. A colourless liquid of a slightly pungent odour, C9H6N.CH3, first obtained as a condensation product of aldehyde and aniline, and regarded as a derivative of quinoline. Synonym: methyl quinoline. Alternative forms: chinaldine. Origin: Quinoline + aldehyde + aniline. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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