noun
sulfonamide
Sulfonamide (noun) means any amide derived from a sulfonic acid, of the form RS(=O)₂NR'₂.
noun
1
Any amide derived from a sulfonic acid, of the form RS(=O)₂NR'₂.
2
Any drug belonging to a class of antibiotics, also known as a sulfa drug.
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What is the meaning of sulfonamide?
"sulfonamide" (noun) means any amide derived from a sulfonic acid, of the form RS(=O)₂NR'₂.
What is another word for sulfonamide?
Other words for "sulfonamide" include sulfa, sulpha.
What are the different meanings of sulfonamide?
"sulfonamide" has 2 main meanings: 1. Any amide derived from a sulfonic acid, of the form RS(=O)₂NR'₂; 2. Any drug belonging to a class of antibiotics, also known as a sulfa drug.
