u·re·ide (y r  - d )n. Any of various derivatives of urea. |
ureide [ˈjʊərɪˌaɪd]
n Chem
1. (Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) any of a class of organic compounds derived from urea by replacing one or more of its hydrogen atoms by organic groups
2. (Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) any of a class of derivatives of urea and carboxylic acids, in which one or more of the hydrogen atoms have been replaced by acyl groups: includes the cyclic ureides, such as alloxan
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