ethylamine Meaning, Definition & Usage

Eth`yl*am"ine noun

Etymology

Ethyl + amine.

Definitions

1. (Chem.) A colorless, mobile, inflammable liquid, C2H5.NH2, very volatile and with an ammoniacal odor. It is a strong base, and is a derivative of ammonia. Called also ethyl carbamine, and amido ethane.