Benzimidazole Definition

bĕnzə-mĭ-dăzōl, -mĭdə-zōl
noun
A crystalline compound, C7 H6 N2 , that is used in organic synthesis and inhibits the growth of certain microorganisms.
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A heterocyclic compound, C7 H6 N2 , that is used in organic synthesis and inhibits the growth of certain fungi.
American Heritage Medicine
Any of various derivatives of this compound, such as thiabendazole, used especially as anthelmintic and antifungal agents.
American Heritage Medicine

(organic chemistry) A bicyclic heterocycle containing a benzene ring fused to that of imidazole; it is used as a pesticide.

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Noun

Singular:
benzimidazole
Plural:
benzimidazoles

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