Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ure
suffix
/jʊər/
Definition
A suffix used in chemistry to denote certain compounds, especially those derived from urea.
Examples
- urea
- urethra
- ureide
Meaning
The term ‘ure’ is most commonly used as a suffix in the names of compounds, indicating a relationship to urea, which is a waste product in the body and an important nitrogen source for plants. It signifies chemical compounds that contain the functional group derived from urea.
Synonyms
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