melamine

English

/ˈmɛl.ə.min/

noun
Definitions
  • (chemistry) A strong aromatic heterocyclic base, triaminotriazine, used in combination with formaldehyde to manufacture melamine resins; any such resin, such as Formica

Etymology

Derived from German Melamin.

Origin

German (Berlin)

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