What does "phenylthiocarbamide" mean?

The N-phenyl derivative of carbamide; it is either tasteless or has a bitter taste, depending on the genetic makeup of the person tasting it, who is either a nontaster or a taster, respectively.

What is a synonym for "phenylthiocarbamide"?

Common synonyms include: phenothiourea, phenylthiourea, phenylthiourea.

Phenylthiocarbamide

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1
The N-phenyl derivative of carbamide; it is either tasteless or has a bitter taste, depending on the genetic makeup of the person tasting it, who is either a nontaster or a taster, respectively. countable, uncountable

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phenothiourea phenylthiourea phenylthiourea

Etymology

From phenyl + thio- + carbamide.

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